Henley is a dad to three girls and has a busy life as a pro footballer. He meets Tru at the grocery store over some bagels, but they go their separate ways. Imagine his surprise when he shows up at his daughter’s school, and she is the new substitute teacher. Their paths cross again at the dance class where she is teaching. It seems like it was meant to be, except it is forbidden. That doesn’t stop them; the attraction is too intense, but they keep it under wraps until the end of the school year. Will their relationship survive once it is out in the open? 

 

Henley and Tru are so supportive of each other. I love how Henley helped Tru break down her reservations based on her toxic father. He was kind, gentle and supportive, but also there for his girls when needed. Tru was perfect for Henley and his girls, especially supporting Cassidy in school. She was mindful of the girls’ feelings and worked to make them feel comfortable with the relationship. 

 

I loved how Henely co-parented with his ex and thought it was refreshing to see a positive relationship between two exes rather than animosity. Their desire to do what they could to support their children was wonderful, and they supported each other’s personal lives. Added to this was the found family of the single dads. This group of dads, or dad-like folk, are so wonderful and supportive in both the personal and professional. 

 

I felt that the ending did not have enough tension and wanted more conflict. That being said, I still found the book enjoyable and loved Henley and Tru’s relationship. 

 

If you are a fan of single-dad romances, this is the book for you. I loved it, and can’t wait to read more in this series! Thank you to Valentine PR and the author for a copy of this book. All opinions are 100% mine. 

 

read if you like: single dad, age gap, forbidden romance, small town, cinnamon roll, he falls first, found family, football romance