Nevermore Bookstore is the perfect mix of small-town charm, slow-burn romance, and just the right amount of mystery to keep the pages turning. Cadence Bloomquist, the quirky and lovable bookstore owner, stole my heart with her wit and warmth. And Fox—oh, Fox! His rugged, enigmatic presence and the secrecy surrounding his existence only made him more intriguing.

The chemistry between Cady and Fox is electric, even through their phone calls, and watching their relationship unfold had me hooked. The tension, the longing, and the unexpected moments of tenderness made their connection feel all the more real.

And then there’s Myrtle—fertile Myrtle manure! She had me laughing out loud and is easily one of my favorite side characters in any book. She brings so much personality to the town of Townsend Harbor, making it feel like a place I’d want to visit again and again.

One of the most compelling aspects of the story is how it balances humor with deep emotion. The quote that stuck with me—“Nevermore Bookstore was a beloved landmark and the proprietors a cherished town person. She had a good full life here and he was a frag bomb, waiting to shred her idealistic existence, leaving nothing behind but strap wounds and chronic pain.”—perfectly encapsulates the emotional stakes. Fawkes is a man tormented by his past, and the contrast between his self-imposed isolation and Cady’s openhearted nature makes their dynamic even more compelling.

If you love romance with heart, humor, and a touch of suspense, Nevermore Bookstore is a must-read. I can’t wait to return to Townsend Harbor for more!