Thank you so much to St Martin's Press for the advance copy!

This book will be published on February 20th, 2024.

I was in between books so I started this book on a whim before going to bed around 10 pm thinking I would just get a chapter or two in before falling asleep. NOPE! I ended up completing almost 50% of the book in a matter of hours because I was so wrapped up into the story.  And as soon as I woke up the following morning, I went right back to reading. They were all on my mind all night.

"The rest of the room fades to blur, and when I open my eyes again, all I can see is him."

I absolutely loved everything about this book! I loved how they met at a bar and Lexi watched Jake rise from a bar performer to a superstar sensation. I love that we got to see them before, during and after the fame. My heart broke for Lexi after Jake suddenly went MIA as his career took off. Lexi was so determine to make it as a chef and it really gave me the feel of what it was like to be in the kitchen (I know I couldn't hack it).

I really love Jake and how much he was invested in making this work. I know insta love can be a hit or miss but in this one I really felt like it worked and I just love their connection. He loved Lexi and nothing but the best for her and whatever dream she wanted. I did not like how Lexi's friend inserted herself and made decisions for Lexi (also you should never delete anything without having some sort of back up in place). I get where her friend was coming from but still!!!!

Being in Jake & Lexi's bubble just made me do the giddy kick in the air. Jake was just so in love with Lexi and I felt bad that Lexi had that doubt in the back of her head. I totally understand her doubt and it was even more escalated when another female threatened her and made Lexi feel like she wasn't good enough for Jake. Even though Jake never gave that impression.

"Lexi Berman, the whole world is about to know your name."

I honestly thought Lexi was going to start a food blog or become a private chef so she could have that flexibility to be with Jake but still be able to make the meals she wanted. But what she ended up doing made perfect sense and I am glad she was able to bring her friend from the restaurant in to help her!  

I can suspend belief while reading and even though the big grand gesture likely would not happen in real life but in the book - I loved it! I love how her friends banned together and knew that they were meant to be for one another and made the reunion happen. 

I love Lexi throughout this book. She challenged herself as a chef and was trying to balance between doing what felt right for her and honoring her mother's legacy.  I also am glad she went to visit her dad and got some closure that she so desperately needed. 

I am definitely not doing this review justice but I just really loved it!! I am looking forward to seeing what Lindsay has in store for the future and I am an instant fan! 

If you are looking for a quick, cute, he falls first, chef & musician romance - check this out!