I have to say it was the quirky title that captured my attention on this particular story I chose to review. It’s fun to include our pets in a book because they are so much a part of our lives.
This sweet romance is part of a series that can definitely be read a standalone. Set an Alaska, this is a feel good, entertaining romance you will love, hopefully as much as the puppies! Here are my thoughts.
Love and Let Bark by Alanna Martin
Publisher : Berkley (November 30, 2021)
ISBN-13 : 978-0593198872
OVERVIEW:
When Nate Porter left Helen, Alaska, to become a firefighter with the Forest Service, he claimed it was because he craved adventure. The truth was, he couldn’t stand to hang around, pining for a girl the town’s century-old feud meant he could never have. But Nate got over Lydia Lipin years ago, or so he thought until he learns that an old rival has come sniffing around. The solution—a trip home with his rescue puppies to prove to himself he completely extinguished that old flame.
Lydia Lipin has always been satisfied being the “good” Lipin daughter—dutiful, practical, and always putting others before herself. But that role begins to chafe as Nate’s return ignites old memories. No one in town knew about their secret friendship or those forbidden kisses they stole the summer after graduation. Suddenly, Nate and his puppies are everywhere, and sparks are flying.
When Nate realizes he never got over Lydia, he’ll risk everything for a second chance. But Lydia’s not a risk-taker, and she has to make a choice—play it safe and pretend their summer fling was just puppy love, or step out of the family shadow and unleash her heart.
Love and Let Bark by Alanna Martin Review
Second chance romance stories are a lot of fun to read. I think we all kind of think about the “what if” scenarios on the one that got away, or, like in this case, the one we have unfinished business with.
The author took that to heart when she was creating the story. She features the 30-something’s with their high school secret crushes in the back of their mind. Their story was never completed and now we get to experience that crush coming to life.
Set an a quaint small town with a great vibe, the main characters are struggling to find their footing. And an old family feud keeps trying to keep the covers on everything, not to mention the annoying other guy trying to grab Lydia’s attention too.
With a bit of angst, frustration, and tongue tied mishaps, Martin weaves her magic to settle the issues once and for all. The setting and the puppies play a perfect role with the budding romance that captures our attention and begs for a solution to the small town and family issues at hand.
The heat was hot with firefighter Nate in the mix and your heart will sing when this cozy romance is complete. A refreshing and delightful romance to warm your soul this winter.
4 STARS
Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.
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