A review by chaptersofchase
First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison

funny slow-paced

4.0

Hello, Baltimore, you’re on the air… 
Thank you, PRH Audio, for the gifted copy of First Time Caller by B.K. Borison {partner} 
 
Genre: Romance 
Format: 🎧📖 
Pub Date:  2.11.2025 
Pages: 448 
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆ 
 
I’m a sucker for the grumpy x sunshine trope—it’s always so heartwarming to watch characters struggle to let themselves be loved, especially when they’re not used to it. 
 
First Time Caller started off a little slow for me. The characters were endearing and had me rooting for them, but something just didn’t click in the first half. But once I hit the halfway point, I was all in. Aiden and Lucie’s POVs became so much more engaging, and even though the plot was a little predictable, it felt comforting. Sometimes, a little predictability is just what you need in a world that’s anything but. 
 
What really stole the show for me, though, wasn’t even the leads—it was the supporting cast. Lucie’s ex, his husband, and their daughter, Maya, brought so much heart and humor to the story. They were the perfect comic relief and added so much to the overall vibe of the book. 
 
Audiobook Review: ☆☆☆☆ 
First Time Caller is narrater by E.J Bingham - who appears to be new to the voice acting community and Hathaway Lee - who has narrated The Full Book and Business or Pleasure. I really enjoyed the narration but had a hard time find the right speed for the narrators cadence. I either had to slow it way down or speed it up, so that made it hard to really get into the story, too. 
 
Read if you enjoy: 
🫶🏼 Grumpy Sunshine 
📖 Slow Burn Romance 
😆 Witty Banter 
✌🏼 Dual POV 
 
I recommend reading First Time Caller if you’re in the mood for a grumpy sunshine that provides provides all the feel good that you need right now! 
 
 
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