This was the first time that I've read a book by Alicia Hunter Pace and I found it to be such a delight. Smooth as Silk is the second in the "Good Southern Women" series. I felt like it did read fine as a standalone. Having said that, the main couple from the first book are prominent side characters and I can't wait to go back and read their story.

Hyacinth owns a small bridal shop. Her long term goal is to become a bridal designer herself. She keeps trying to get featured on a bridal reality tv show to help boost her business. Hyacinth comes off as high strung (yet loveable.) I could totally relate to her need to be in charge and her list making. Robbie is a charming Scottish hockey player who just so happens to have experience in the wedding business. After a video of the two of them in the bridal shop goes viral, they must work together in order for Hyacinth's long term career goals to come true.

I loved the chemistry between the two. I couldn't help but find myself smiling throughout the book. Robbie was such a genuine character. He always took the time to make sure Hyacinth was comfortable in every situation. Seeing Hyacinth open up with Robbie was so endearing. The two "conflicts" that took place toward the end of the book seemed unnecessary but I understand why the author included them. I am really hoping that the third friend, Ava Grace gets her own story. A huge thank you to NetGalley, Alicia Hunter Pace, and Harlequin Carina Press for this ARC. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

4.5 Stars
Tropes include: small town, sports, forced proximity, grumpy/sunshine (heroine is the grumpy)