I used to read Harlequin romances like I was eating M&Ms. I LOVED those things and couldn’t get enough of them. While I don’t pick them up with the same enthusiasm, I will find a tempting story here or there. And I really was drawn in by the idea of Erin’s crush on David and his feeling like he’s not worthy. Major delivered on the blurb’s promise too :)

There’s a good amount of growth by both of them. Erin has spent a good portion of her life feeling … just ordinary. And sometimes even being told so by people she should be able to trust. With those kinds of long-held beliefs, her crush on the hottie brewmaster seems unattainable to her.

David had a rough childhood and like everybody everywhere he’s made some mistakes. Unfortunately his past has caused him to take them a little more to heart than maybe he should. Once he’s tuned into Erin’s attraction to him, he believes himself to be undeserving. But to help his nephew he’ll take whatever help she has to offer.

Time spent together is decidedly beneficial for both of them. Erin gets to see David for the man that he actually is (and not just a pretty face and a fine behind), but even better she actually gets to see herself for who SHE is. With David’s help, she starts to believe in herself a little more and become more willing to accept that she has something to give – to the town, to her students, and even to David.

David also benefits from their growing intimacy. Erin helps him see that he shouldn’t beat himself up so much for things that weren’t really his fault. That he can accept his mistakes, learn from them, and move on all the better.

It’s heartwarming to have them help support each other and grow together, closer and more assured in themselves and their relationship. A feel good read for sure!

*** I voluntarily read a Review Copy of this book. All opinions stated are solely my own and no one else’s. ***