It was ok I guess. Nothing special or extraordinary. I was bored. I will just blame my mood because others seemed to enjoy this book. I consider it average.

I live for this found family

3.5⭐
All these books could have been 4 stars if the author dialed it back on the cheese.

“You once thought I was worth the risk—” My voice breaks then finds strength. “You’re worth it too. I don’t want to just be your friend, Rye. I want…I want to be yours. I want you to be mine. Wherever I land, whatever I’m doing. Because I…I adore you, Ryland Peterson.”

If I could give this book more than 5 stars, I WOULD IN A HEART BEAT!!!

This was so fucking worth the 3 years wait, it exceeded all my expectations! Brenna and Rye have been one of my favorite potential couples ever since I read Idol back in 2018, and I'm so happy to say that they made it to my top favorite couples EVER!!! This book was absolute perfection, and no one should be surprised to see me rereading it soon! I loved everything about it, EVERYTHING!!!!


2021 UPDATE :

WE HAVE A DATE!!!!!!!! THIS IS NOT A DRILL, WE FINALLY HAVE A DATE!!!


2018 :

BRENNA AND RYE BRENNA AND RYE BRENNA AND RYE!!!! PEOPLE I HAVE BEEN REVIVED AGAIN GIVE IT TO ME NOW!!!!

4 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I have to admit. When I decide to read this book, I didn’t expect it to be emotional. It was something that I never knew that I would get from Rye and Brenna. I have been waiting years for their book and finally, I got the chance to read it. Well, it’s obviously worth the wait because Kristen Callihan was able to deliver the best possible story for this couple.

In this book, it tells the story of Rye and Brenna where they agreed to become friends with benefits since both of them are lonely. I won’t be saying anything more to avoid spoilers but we can finally see and understand the past and present between these two. I have always been intrigued with this couple and we finally get to see the development that these two displayed. I really loved the relationship and chemistry that these two shared. They truly deserve one another.

Overall, it was an enjoyable read for me and I think that Kristen has done a great job in writing the story of Rye and Brenna. A total page turner where I was able to devour the entire story within a day. I really recommend for everyone to try out this book especially those who have been wanting for their story to arrive.

~ ARC received in exchange for honest review ~

Btw I have no clue if the dates for started and finished is right but hang with me. It’s been a while for my standards so please spare me. This month has been so busy, so reading had to sadly take the back burner. But, it is okay since now I have more time. So, about this book. I really enjoyed it! I was so nice to finally see and learn about Brenna and Ryle’s story. And I was quaking when they first got together. Also, them trying to deny that they liked each other was so funny to read.

Towards the end, the characters did have a same 3/4’s break up that all the other books in the series had, which was kind of annoying. And the reason they broke up and then couldn’t make up WAS SO FRICKING AGGRAVATING!!!! But the ending was so cute, and I literally love this couple.

All in all, this series has been so fun to read. It is such a great way to escape, and it doesn’t take too much brain power. Now I have to wait for Whip’s book (sad face emoji), which I have no clue as to when it is supposed to come out. But it’s fine, I SHALL WAIT!

So, if you want a fun, easy read, read this book, and the entire series!

I was in a terrible reading slump and this one didn't help me get out of it
I think ray and bren were my least favorite due in this serie , cant wait for william's story

I fell so in love with these characters and this story. I absolutely adore this series and this book was no different. I could not put this book down and I swooned throughout the entire read. It hit all the emotions and I can't wait for more. I can't wait for more characters from this series and more from this author. I am definitely looking forward to reading all of her stories.

One of the best of 2021

I have been waiting for this book since I discovered this series last year. The blurb had me 100% and had me eager to dive into this story. I knew it would be good, but what I didn't know was how good. This is one of those books that grabbed me in the first few paragraphs and kept me beguiled until the very last paragraph. This is the type of book that reminds me why I read romance, and no it isn't just because of steamy times, although, those were hot too. No, this book reminded me that I love to fall into the pages of the story and have the characters and their journey towards finding love become almost tangible.

This book had a different feel to it than the previous books. While those had humor and snark and great connections, there was something more palpable about Brenna and Rye as they discovered that behind their antagonistic attitudes and begrudging contempt there was something deeper. Watching that grow and evolve in this book was everything. From the very beginning, it was as if their souls touched and it was wondrous to see. Both Brenna and Rye changed personally but it was their connection and building trust in each other that made their relationship special. I know that a lot of authors strive for that in their story but somehow this author managed to do it in a way that is hard to describe. All I can say is that it resonated with me and I live for those magical moments in books.

There were great cameos and conversations with previous characters, one in particular with Jax, that all served to enhance the story and did not distract from Brenna and Rye being the main characters. There were a few foreshadowing moments in regards to Whip and I hope that means that the author intends to finish out the series. I would like it if Jules had a story too but I won't be greedy.

I highly recommend this story to anyone looking for a story that is pure romance, with engaging characters, the right amount of angst, and a great cast of characters. The steamy times were hot too but in no way overshadowed the story. This author knows how to traverse the line of quality story with just the right amount of steam. It is my favorite book of the series by far. It will definitely be a reread for me at a future date. It is going in my best of 2021 because it left me hopeful and believing in love and that isn't a bad thing for a romance book to do.