Title: Cherry Red
Author: Darlene Fredette
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Book Blurb:
Overstepping the platonic-only rule is as dangerous as fire and ice swirling into steamy combustion.
This summer, Carly Redd focuses on expanding her ice cream business. Coerced into attending her ex's engagement party with firefighter, Noah Harding, posing as her fake boyfriend stirs up a fiery combination, especially when his warm charm melts the ice guarding her heart.
The fire chief’s daughter should wear a Do Not Touch sign, but Noah's interest burned the moment he first saw Carly. Masquerading as her boyfriend is a no-brainer, but convincing Carly to trust him with her heart proves harder than extinguishing a wildfire.
My Review:
Carly may be the fire chief’s daughter but Noah vows to melt her icy heart. Fire and ice combine in this steamy romance. Cherry Red is a sizzling fake boyfriend/secret relationship romance I couldn’t put down. This story is character-driven and these characters stole my heart. I like Carly for her independence, her feistiness, and her passion. Noah may be a firefighter but he's all heart. The romance is a delicious blend of tropes with emotion, flirty dialogue, and a happy ending.
Darlene Fredette has penned a realistic romance set in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The setting becomes a minor character thanks to the immersive writing. The dialogue is another reason why the writing is superb. Snappy dialogue including sparring between the hero and heroine moves the story at a fast pace. Funny, emotional, flirty romance makes Cherry Red a joy to read.
There isn’t a single thing I don’t love about this romance. If you’re looking for a short read but fully developed, take my advice and read Cherry Red. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or any day of the year.
My Rating: 5+ stars
Buy it Now:
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Author Biography:
Darlene Fredette is a multi-published author of contemporary women's fiction novels filled with elements of heart, sweetness, humor, a little cozy mystery, and falling in love. She resides on the Atlantic Coast of Canada, where the summers are too short and the winters are too long, with her husband, daughter, and two very large dogs.
Social Media Links:
Website: http://www.darlenefredette.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darlenefredette1/
Reviewed by: Nancy