jaihook's reviews
261 reviews

Tanika “Nikki” Ryan is a sports reporter who has built her career through grit and talent, only to watch it slip away when her vision starts to fail. Enter Gideon Miles, a widowed optometrist with his own struggles. When a mysterious pair of glasses finds its way into Nikki’s life, her perspective—on everything—shifts, leading to a journey of self-discovery, love, and second chances. 

This book has everything—Tanika and her dynamic Boss Chick Village, the rodeo, the stock car racing references (which I loved!), laughter, tears, grief, and some unexpected magic. The chemistry between Nikki and Gideon is undeniable, and when the slow burn finally ignites? Whew! 🔥 The spice is real, but so is the depth of emotion, especially as both characters navigate personal challenges. Gideon’s grief was palpable, and honestly, therapy might’ve helped him process things more effectively. The third-act miscommunication trope wasn’t my favorite, but it didn’t overshadow the joy of watching these two find their way to each other. 

If you love romance with mature, well-established characters who have lived, lost and are ready to love again, this is the book for you. 

This book had an intriguing premise, but it didn’t quite pull me in. At first, I expected the usual rushed relationship-turned-deadly plot, and while the book didn’t go exactly in that direction, it still felt like familiar thriller territory. The pacing dragged at times—by the 75% mark, I thought the story was wrapping up, only to realize there were still two more hours left in the audiobook. 

Theo, the protagonist, wasn’t particularly unlikeable, but I struggled to connect with her. The twists were there, but by the time they happened, I wasn’t invested enough for them to have much impact. Overall, it wasn’t a bad read, but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. 

ROME MARTIN🥵🥵🥵 I understand why they call him book bae!! If the man is not bringing Rome energy then I don’t want it.