A review by bookishlychar
Roughing It by Albany Archer

emotional funny hopeful inspiring sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

 
Blakely is a social media influencer who needs something different. Escaping from Austin to Trail Creek, New Mexico she decides to spend 30 days doing something different. Hudson is the outdoorsman who will help her learn the outdoors in a one-room cabin in the wilderness. He reluctantly agrees to do this, as it is good for the business, but he has no time for followers, fans or the spoiled princess he has to spend time with. As Blakely and Hudson get to know each other, he discovers there is more than meets the eye and this princess is a spitfire he can’t stop thinking about. 
 
The chemistry and banter between Blakely and Hudson is top-notch. They say they hate each other, but with every word uttered, you know that is completely untrue. Though these two are opposites, they are also perfectly matched. Their love story was wonderful, and the spice was spicy! This story is about finding love in unexpected places but is also about finding solace and learning to love yourself. I loved seeing the growth in both of the main characters. Blakely struggles with who she is, and Hudson gets her to see that no matter how she presents herself, she is wonderful. At the same time, Blakely gets Hudson to relax and not be serious all the time. 
 
This was my first book by Albany Archer, but it won’t be my last. The book was a fun read set up like a journal of their 30 days together. Thank you to the author and Luna Literary for a copy of this book. All opinions are 100% mine. 
 
 
read if you like: only one bed, forced proximity, grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract, enemies to lovers