The setting feels like a character itself—vibrant, quirky, and filled with the kind of nosy neighbors that make small-town tropes so addictive.
by Kate Canterbary is a heavy-hitter in the "small-town romance" genre, delivering a perfect mix of dry humor, deep emotional stakes, and high-heat chemistry. The Premise
Noah’s daughter, Gennie, is one of the best-written kids in contemporary romance. She isn’t just a prop; she has a distinct, precocious personality that adds genuine heart (and humor) to the story.
It’s "sweet with a side of spice." If you enjoy the or "marriage of convenience" tropes handled with adult maturity and a lot of emotional depth, this is a must-read. It manages to be cozy without being "fluff," tackling grief and self-worth alongside the romance.
Shay Zucconi is at a dead end. She’s just been dumped, she’s jobless, and her grandmother’s will has a bizarre stipulation: to inherit the family tulip farm in Friendship, Rhode Island, Shay has to live there for a year and get married.