Mariana Zapata is the queen of a slow burn romance book. Sometimes a slow burn book can be annoying but in this book it works and makes sense for these characters. I felt like I got to watch them grow as individuals and then together as a couple.

In All Rhodes Lead Here we meet Aurora and Tobias Rhodes. The book is told from the perspective of Aurora. Aurora is relatable and down to earth. I literally want to be her best friend. She is relatable because she isn't perfect but she strives to be the best version of herself she can be. She cries a lot (same), talks a lot, but she shows so much compassion for others and looks at things in a positive way. Tobias Rhodes is grumpy and hard to read. As he develops in the book, he shows his feelings in simple ways such as touch, nicknames. and being protective of Aurora. His words and actions are so heartwarming and had me smiling.

I love a MMC who shows through is actions how he feels about the FMC. Rhodes says "You can show people they matter better by what you do than what you say." He totally embodied that quote! I loved the small acts that he did to show his feelings towards Aurora. His small acts were appreciated and understood by Aurora.

I really enjoyed this book and even though it was long, the plot had me totally engaged and rooting for the characters. I also enjoyed the side characters and the relationship between Aurora and Amos.

Read this book if you like:
* a slow burn
* little spice
* grumpy sunshine
* small town romance
* found family
* single dad
* age gap

This is my third book by Mariana Zapata and it won't be my last.
This book will be released on January 30, 2024.

Thank you NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for an advanced e-copy of this book. I voluntarily read it and gave an honest review.