Oh how I love me some Helena Hunting stories!

Kiss My Cupcake is everything I know and love!  We got cupcakes, cocktails, a swoony tattooed hero and a heroine that is just divine!

This is the story of Ronan and Blaire.  Competing business owners and rivals for the title of Best Bar in the Pacific Northwest.

Blaire is feisty, she is fun and she is a fashion goddess! I loved how her in her quest for normal reflected in what she wore and she made no apologies for it.  Her very eclectic upbringing further pushes her for normalcy.  I loved her initial reaction to Ronan and her inner dialogue when it came to him.

Ronan is swoony, dressed in plaid! I loved his history and the reason for fighting to bring his family bar back from the brink.  I love how he feeds of riling Blaire up and his nickname for her is precious and so spot on!

The fireworks and hormones fly with these two from the get-go! I loved their interactions and the push and pull of their personal and business relationships! The dialogue and chemistry between these two was epic!

The secondary characters bring a completeness to the story and I love to see some of them get their own stories in the future!

I just love Helena Hunting's writing and I love an enemies-to-lovers romance. Plus, cupcakes?! Yes, I was here for this story. Ronan and Blaire's banter was wonderful and kept me invested the whole way through. There is just something about that back and forth that turns into a-whole-nother type of back and forth, if ya know what I mean? I just wanted them to get to it! Their families added some good elements to their story in different ways. Ronan's grandfather was great. Blaire's family, not so much. As per usual, Helena Hunting brought the laughs with the realness. Overall, this was a sweet enemies-to-lovers romance that made me soooooo hungry with the amazing food descriptions. I'd obviously recommend it!

Ronan and Blaire are both opening their own establishments to prove to family members that they can do things on their own. Things do not start off on the right foot and they quickly become enemies when they are constantly trying to one-up each other. When a big-name restaurant moves in across the street they call a truce and start to work together. Kiss My Cupcake is a enemies to lovers sugary romance which is told in the dual first-person point of view.

Kiss my cupcake has all of the feels, will have you laughing out loud and craving cupcakes. The tension between Ronan and Blaire as they attempt to fight their attraction is comical but when they do finally start their truce they are as sweet as a cupcake. Gramps is great at putting in his two cents without anyone knowing he is doing it. I hope that some of the side characters like Lars and Daphnie get their own books. Helena Hunting has been a TBR author of mine for a long time and I am glad I finally got to read her books and will be adding all her backlist to my TBR.

*ARC generously provided in exchange for my honest review.*

3.75 stars. This was a cute book! Kiss My Cupcake is a standalone book and is Blaire and Ronan's story. Blaire has dreamed of opening her own cupcake and cocktail shop and her dream is finally coming true. Ronan has just taken over his family bar next door. When the two meet, a rivalry begins between them and their shops, as well as an attraction to each other. They soon find themselves competing for business and also in a best bar social media contest. But they also find that they really like each other. Soon they are working together to make their businesses better and falling in love.

This book had a good story. It was a low angst and low heat level story, but it was very cute. I enjoyed the cupcake and the rival bars theme, as well as the descriptions of Blaire's cute outfits. There was a fun, frenemies to lovers vibe and I enjoyed the "wrapped up in a bow" HEA ending. This book would make an adorable rom-com movie. I did think it felt a little too light and I didn't feel a ton of emotions from it, but the cuteness factor and how entertaining it was made up for that.

Overall, this was a fun, sweet, easy read. Blaire and Ronan were cute together. I enjoyed this book and look forward to more from Ms. Hunting in the future!

Kiss My Cupcake is everything I want in a romance and more! Filled with sweet banter, massive desire, and undeniable chemistry! I quickly fell in love with the writing of Helena Hunting and found myself unable to put the book down.

Opening a bakery next door to a bar wasn't the plan, but as Blaire vies for customers, she finds herself trying to pretend her attraction to Ronan doesn't exist. Like all good romances, this leads to comedic moments and a relationship I love to see succeed.

Thank you Forever, Netgalley, Helena Hunting, and Social Butterfly for allowing me to read this and give my honest opinion.

Super cute. Low angst, almost minimal conflict. Gives you all the happy feelings.

Kiss My Cupcake is filled with lovable characters, fun small shop shenanigans, and a romance that is completely sweet and a bit steamy. I really enjoyed these two as people and a couple, although Ronan stole the show for me.

The plot is very low angst, and the conflict while there comes late in the plot and is resolved very quickly. My preference is for a bit more angst and substantial conflict, but it is a light and fun read with some good themes about family and relationships.

If you love low angst books, this is a must read for you. It was sweet and fun and entertaining, as any Helena Hunting novel is.

Opposites attract, enemies to lovers, however you define it, Kiss My Cupcake is just a fun, flirty, entertaining read!. Helena Hunting brings the funny, the passion, and a real knack for mouthwatering desserts and drinks. The hero and heroine are such quirky characters and I found myself easily laughing at their antics. I think that what I most appreciated was the back and forth of the witty dialogue. This romance has a solid journey to happily ever after. I hope that some of the secondary characters might find their own stories, as I found them quite compelling as well.
I will definitely read more from Helena Hunting.
I received my copy through NetGalley under no obligation.

Blaire and Ronan are neighbouring shop owners but they couldn’t be any more different. Blaire runs a cupcake cafe, she’s spunky and extravagant, and her attire resembles a 50s pinup girl. Ronan, on the other hand, took over his family pub and installed some axe throwing, his attire resembles a hipster lumberjack, while donning his artistic tattoos. Their story ensues by them battling for customers and attention. Will they continue to clash or will Ronan give in to the temptation of Blaire’s cupcakes?
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This is the second book that I’ve read by Helena Hunting and I really enjoy her writing style. There’s wit, puns, banter, humour, and swoon worthy romance. I thoroughly enjoyed Blaire and Ronan’s characters and the personas they represent; they were quirky and extreme but I ate it all up! I also appreciated the family history that was included as it really aided in understanding why Blaire and Ronan were the way that they were. The theme of unconventional families is important to highlight because so many of us have different family dynamics — myself included. Finally, I absolutely enjoyed the enemies-to-lovers trope; it kept me on the edge of my seat, screaming on the inside for them to just kiss already! It was so clearly obvious that Blaire and Ronan had an instantaneous spark and their chemistry was on fire (steam factor alert). Although this is a rom-com that left me giddy with smiles and laughter, I still shed tears as the story was concluding. It tied up tastefully; like frosting on a cupcake! I’d absolutely recommend this one for all you rom-com lovers looking for a sweet and sexy read!

Another brilliant read from Helena Hunting. She brought me a read that thoroughly entertained from beginning to end. She brought her trademark sass and humour which I love.

I will advise you having cupcakes near by when reading this as it will make you hungry.

Blaire may come from a rich family but she has worked hard perfecting her cupcakes so she can open her cupcake and cocktail business (Sounds amazing and could do with one here). I loved her, she is independent and sassy.

When hot Ronan opens a sports bar and axe throwing place next door she is on instant alert and the two enter into some serious competitive hijinks, neither wants to give in until a bigger threat faces both their businesses and they realise they are better allies.

With chemistry off the charts hot to the point I was surprised my kindle wasn't steaming, it was great fun watching their relationship play out.

Well done Helena on another brilliant read

As someone who already loves Helena Hunting books, this one does not disappoint. It would make for a fun beach read. Take it along for a weekend vacation or stay at home and enjoy it. Either way, the reading is easy and the story is hot.

I enjoyed going on Blaire & Ronan’s journey. Blaire & Ronan had great chemistry and terrific banter. I got swept away by these characters and their world.

Helena Hunting knows how to deliver a great romcom. And I always look forward to her next story & next adventure she creates.

I voluntarily reviewed this book.

What a fun, loving and wit story. This is the kind of book that leaves you with a big smile on your face from start to end. Blaire Calloway and Ronan Knight are both working on their dreams. She wants to run her own business of cupcakes and cocktails, Buttercream and Booze, and stay away from her family restaurant legacy. He wants to revitalize his grandpa’s pub and family legacy, so he can start a brewery.

With their business right next to each other, they become “enemies” while wanting to gain customers and succeed on their own. Their banter is amazing and I love how they get under each other skin, starting a war with a lot of pranks, fun nicknames and hall lot of chemistry. They really try to out do one another, but their connection is clear as day and everyone can see, even when they try to hide.

But when a famous chain restaurant is about to open right in front of them, they decide to join forces. That’s what people say: the enemy of my enemy is my friend! And they take this to whole new level, they cohost events are awesome and is amazing how they click in every part of their lives. I love this couple so much. She rocks the pin up style and he rocks the lumberjack awesomeness! HOT!

This book also has one of the best scenes I’ve ever read, seriously, when Blaire takes Ronan to her family Thanksgiving dinner, all hell break loose and I can say without a doubt that it was one of the most hilarious things I’ve read. Her family is super crazy and while they are obnoxious awful to her, they sure are an entertaining one.

Towards the ending I was with my heart in my throat with Ronan, I couldn’t believe that he would do something so bad against Blaire and I was so so so glad with the outcome. They were made for each other. You know what? Who said that dreams can’t change?

This is another hit from Helena and you should definitely read!

Helena Hunting always brings the hilarity and Kiss My Cupcake kept me laughing basically from beginning to end.

The pranks and the banter between Ronan and Blair were the absolute best. But what was even better was how powerful these two were when they joined forces to grow their businesses to make sure they survive against the big box restaurant that moves in.

I absolutely loved Blair. She's creative, independent, and totally fierce. She's completely built her business from the ground up all by herself. She's such an amazing character, I really couldn't get enough. Ronan's pranks were absolutely hilarious and I loved how he was all about Blair. He was so much swoon I couldn't even handle it.

I loved how funny this book was but I also loved the family and the balance of emotion. I'd love to visit The Knight Cap and Buttercream and Booze again!!

Kiss My Cupcake was such a fun read. It tells the tale of rival bar owners Blaire and Ronan. Blaire is all cupcakes, pretty drinks and pin up dresses. Ronan is a tattooed, plaid wearing, axe throwing bar owner. They couldn’t be more opposite and couldn’t be more right for each other. What started as friendly rivalry turns into them needing each other to survive in the small business world. I love their collaboration and all that they make happen for themselves. Also I want to try all the cupcakes described in this book— they sound so delicious!! Great book by Helena Hunting!

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Thank you @netgalley and @readforeverpub for the free eARC in exchange for a review!
Meet Cute by Helena Hunting was one of my favorite rom coms I read last year, so I was excited when I got approved for this ARC! Though I didn’t love this one as much as Meet Cute it was still a fun story! 🚨 Kind of spoiler-y below 🚨

What I Liked: This story had some very solid banter between Blaire and Ronan. It really made their chemistry come alive. I liked that we had a few chapters from Ronan’s perspective. I really enjoy it when we get alternating POV from both MCs in a romance. Ronan’s Gramps was an adorable supporting character. I wish we’d gotten more of him! Lastly, and most importantly, Hunting didn’t create some forced conflict between these two once they got together. They didn’t have some problem that could have been resolved with one, sit down chat. Once they were together, they were together. That was so refreshing to have happen in a romance.

What I Struggled With: I am a steam lover, and I know Hunting writes good steam. I was disappointed because we didn’t get to any steam until 70% through. So then we only really got one (albeit very good, very steamy) scene between Blaire and Ronan. I prefer, if I know it’s going to be a book with steam, to have it occur at least by half way through.

This was a fun enemies to lovers story. I’d recommend it if you’re looking for a more light hearted read. Be warned: you will get incredibly hungry for a cupcake while reading it 😂.

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I will be posting my review to my Instagram on pub day, 8/11/20! Review is currently on my Goodreads as well.

This new rom-com from Helena Hunting is a perfect summer read! Kiss My Cupcake balances everything you can expect from this author: witty humor, amazing characters and lots of steam. Combined with Helena’s writing style, you’re in for a delicious experience that’s a smooth mix of sweet and spicy!

I loved how quirky Blaire is. She’s smart, unique and sassy. A real spitfire dosed in sprinkles. Determined to be independent and bring her business to success, she's relentless and fierce.
Ronan on the other hand is this broody type, a complete opposite of his bubbly business-neighbor. But as we get to know him better, we learn that he’s a kind-hearted, funny and charming man. I just loved him!
It has been known for a long time that opposites attracts, and Blaire and Ronan couldn't be more different. Yet, they complement each other beautifully. Even though their first interactions were far from perfect, the chemistry was definitely palpable. I enjoyed their banter, I loved the sexual tension between them and I just adored when they buried battle axes and joined forces to save their businesses when the threat reared its ugly head.

Kiss My Cupcake is a feel-good romance that will entertain you and make you blush. It’s funny, flirty and low on angst. Both Blaire and Ronan, as well as secondary characters, are just amazing and their story was as hilarious as it was heartwarming. Recommended read!

Thank you to Helena Hunting, Forever, and Netgalley for the advance reader copy of Kiss My Cupcake, releasing on August 11th.

I absolutely adore Helena Hunting’s books and this new release is awesome. It has the perfect quirkiness that Helena brings to her books.

Characters: Blaire and Ronan are the main characters of this love story. Blaire is the quirky main character of Kiss My Cupcake, she has distanced herself from her weird family and is opening her own cupcake business. Ronan runs the neighbouring business and quickly turns on the charm. Blaire quickly falls into competing for customers, business, and ultimately who has the better bar.

Setting: The setting truly jumps between the two bars, Buttercream and Booze which is Blaire’s bar. B&B sells the cutest cupcakes and fancy cocktails. Ronan’s bar is the Knight Cap which has the classic pub foods, beer and for fun axe throwing!

Romance: I absolutely adored the chemistry that Blaire and Ronan had. This story is that classic enemies to lovers story where you cannot but wait with bated breath for the couple to finally get together!

This story receives five out of five stars!

Wowza! I loved this so so much that I devoured it in one setting. Well technically two because I stopped, made cupcakes and restarted. The witty banter between Blaire and Ronan when her spicy additude came out was 💯💯. This is a huge reason I love enemies to lovers trope, all that banter. I also have a huge soft spot for all things plaid and cupcakes. 😍😍

What does a sexy axe throwing lumberjack looking bar owner and a fiery quick witted pin-up looking baker have in common? They both need to prove their success and knock out the competition, which includes each other. Swipe for the full synposis.

This one is a must buy! The witty banter, the perfect amount of 🔥🔥, the supporting characters filled with one crazy family. So humorous and proves why I love rom-com books so much!

4.5 Stars!
Blaire Calloway is a baker following her dreams. She's finally an independent business owner of a cupcake cocktail cafe in downtown Seattle, and is determined to succeed on her own. Everything is going according to plan until she crosses paths with the owner of the pub next door. Ronan Knight owns an axe throwing sports bar that is set to open the same day as her cupcake shop. They clash from the moment they meet and become rivals. A little not-quite so friendly competition begins as they try to outdo each other in very way. From new customers to social media, nothing is off limits. Blaire won't let anything ruin her chance at having everything she's ever wanted, not even a swoony looking guy. She can admit he's hot if you're into the hipster lumberjack type that love plaid and tattoos. She has to stay focused and not get distracted, but will he prove too much to resist when they are forced to call a temporary truce and work together.

Ronan Knight is busy trying to get his bar renovated and needs his business to be a success. When he meets his feisty neighbor Blaire she's a force of nature. Smart, beautiful, driven, and a total spitfire, she challenges him at every turn. He enjoys pushing her buttons and soon it becomes a game and he likes how easy it is to get under her skin. As they spend more time together a connection forms and he finds himself intrigued with the stunning queen of cupcakes.

Kiss My Cupcake by Helena Hunting is a fun, flirty, standalone enemies to lovers romantic comedy where opposites attract, and sparks ignite. Two neighbor shop owners battle it out as chemistry explodes and we get a sweet, sexy story full of fabulous banter and hilarious antics.

I adore this book! Really well written character banter, and the build to lovers. The Thanksgiving dinner felt like I was reading about the dinner party in Beetlejuice. It was so great! For me personally, this is my favorite Helena Hunting book by far.