Series:
Sugar Maple Farms (Book 1)
She's in the happily-ever-after business
But he's never been interested in fairy-tale endings
Divorced single mom Andie Carter is parenting
nine-year-old twins, launching a fairy tale-themed children's birthday party
center and fighting lingering feelings for high school friend Knox Walker. The
charming stable manager has eschewed romantic entanglements in favor of
party-boy ways. But when Andie's venue needs repairs, he volunteers his ranch
for her events -- and a few unexpected kisses, too! Knox doesn't trust easily,
but Andie and her kids are breaking through his guard. Will he come to terms
with his fears to be the Prince Charming that Andie and her kids yearn for?
Sweet friends-to-more story. Andie and Knox have been
friends since they were kids. But underneath the friendship, there have been the
stirrings of something stronger, though neither has pursued them. Andie is the
divorced mother of twin boys, about to launch her dream job of throwing fairy
tale-themed birthday parties for kids. When a water issue threatened her opening day, Knox stepped up and offered his ranch as a backup venue.
Knox is a nice guy with a big heart who has trust issues that
make him wary of emotional entanglements. He has a reputation as a party-boy
who avoids responsibility, but he's always been there for Andie.
I enjoyed watching Knox and Andie's relationship develop.
Knox has always felt that something extra for Andie, but spending time with her
and her boys now makes him realize the depth of his feelings. The more time
they spend together, the more Andie discovers that she wants more than just
friendship. However, Andie worries that Knox won't be able to commit to the
stability that she and her boys need. At the same time, Knox wonders the same
thing.
I ached for Knox because he can't see that he's got more
to give than he believes. His dedication to his grandparents and their farm, as
well as his relationships with the seniors he works with, all demonstrate what
he is capable of. I loved watching him with Andie's sons. His fun side provides
them with some much-needed levity, but he also has a serious side that steps up
when he sees a need. I liked how various people helped him see himself through
different eyes.
Andie is wary of her growing feelings for Knox. She
doesn't have just her heart to worry about. If she starts something with Knox
and it doesn't work out, it would also affect her boys. I liked seeing how well
Knox fit in with them. The slip-and-slide scene was hilarious. A couple of
bumps in their road made Andie question their relationship, but in the end,
Knox's big moment won her over. The epilogue was sweet, too.
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