Loved reading this book. Amazing story and the characters lend to the charm of this book. I would highly recommend this book. You would not be disappointed.

A fun sweet read! Highly recommend.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for my ARC.

Sold on Love is the third book in the Maple Falls series written by Kathleen Fuller. This one is a bit of an opposites attract vibe which I loved. The two main characters Harper and Rusty first cross paths when Harper's Mercedes has once again fallen apart. Rusty is the town mechanic and he agrees to help fix her car; and Harper, who is a real estate agent, agrees to help him find a new house.

Harper and Rusty are both very insecure but the way they present it is very different. Harper forces herself to be out in the world trying to sell real estate. She tries to dress her best, and always keep busy. She has been hurt in the past and tries to brush it off but, those who have hurt her just continue to appear. On the other hand, Rusty prefers to be alone and secluded. He doesn't participate in town events, doesn't dress up, and doesn't maintain friendships. Except when it comes to Harper, for some reason he finds himself really enjoying her company.

I adored Harper and Rusty. There were times when they frustrated me because of the lack of communication between them. Yet at times the lack of communication fit their individual character traits. Both of them are afraid of getting hurt like they have in the past. There are a three side stories which help further explain this: the first involves Rusty and his relationship with his grandfather Senior; the second involves Harper, a work nemesis, and an ex-boyfriend; and the third involves Harper's parents whose own relationship has fallen apart.

I enjoyed watching Harper and Rusty's relationship develop and how they found solutions to the various situations they encounter. As this is a series, you also get to interact with previous characters and see what they have been up to. I always enjoy this in small town romances because everything is so interconnected. The next book in the series is called Two to Tango and I can't wait to check it out!

Harper is a high-fashion real estate agent with a Mercedes Benz that is in constant need of repair, and Rusty is her mechanic who is constantly fixing her car. They’re friends, but is there something more? When Rusty agrees to be auctioned off for a charity event, things start to change and Rusty and Harper just may see themselves as more than friends for the first time. This is my first Kathleen Fuller book and I loved it! It was so cute and heartwarming, set in a small town with great characters. This book is the third book in the Maple Falls series, but you don’t have to read the other books before jumping into this one. If you’re looking for a fun, clean romance, this is a great book to pick up!

Sold on Love

by Kathleen Fuller

Harper is a hard-working, stylish realtor. Rusty is a hard-working, rough around the edges, skilled mechanic. Neither one has time for dating, but they have something else in common—Harper’s beautiful Mercedes. Despite its mechanical problems, Harper loves it, and Rusty is committed to keeping it running for her. Their paths keep crossing when Rusty decides he needs to sell his current house when his grandfather needs to move back in with him. Later Harper convinces Rusty to participate in a bachelor auction to raise funds for ALS. Sparks fly but neither wants to admit their attraction to the other. Both have leftover hurts from their childhoods that make loving someone risky.

I enjoyed watching Harper and Rusty get to know each other. They are likable characters with insecurities that they handle quite differently. Rusty’s grandfather Senior is wise and is an amusing character. There is a subplot involving Harper’s parents and another that showcases Harper’s nemesis and an ex-boyfriend. There are plenty of problems and misunderstandings, but the author handles them well with some surprising solutions.

Rating: 4/5

Category: Romance

Notes: 1. #3 in the Maple Falls Romance Series which should be read in order.
2. Includes a map of Maple Falls and Discussion Questions

Publication: 8/2/2022—Thomas Nelson

Memorable Lines:

He didn’t want to be single. More than once he’d put himself out into the dating scene only to have his heart stomped on like a wood floor in a country bar each and every time.

She’d known her fair share of disingenuous people, not only in the business world but personally. Jack came to mind, and she shoved him off the cliff of her thoughts. She didn’t want to think about him right now. Or ever.

This was what she was reduced to—watching infomercials and pigging out on ice cream on a Tuesday night. Even at her worst moments, she’d never resorted to such clichéd behavior. But after one taste she was helpless to stop eating her feelings.

Maple Falls for the win! I really enjoyed the opposites attract approach to this book😍 that is one of my favorites. I enjoyed the bachelor auction. Who doesn’t love that? It reminded me of Ted Lasso but in a clean way:) I really enjoyed this author and will likely read more books by her in the future!

The book version of a Hallmark movie - two people thrown together in a relatively unlikely set of circumstances, fall in love, don't communicate well, and then a HEA at the end. This was sweet, albeit expected, and enjoyable to read over a holiday break!

A light read filled with both wit and serious moments. I enjoyed the characters and look forward to the next installment.
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson Fiction and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

If my life would have allowed it, I could easily have sat down and read this book in one sitting. This is the first book that I have read from this author, so read it as a stand alone. I was obviously missing previous story lines, but that did not interfer with following the book. I enjoyed the author's prose, but found the two main characters' behavior a bit immature, but that only made it more real.

Harper Wilson is a hard working realtor in the small town of Maple Falls. Her business has taken over her life, but suddenly she finds that business is dropping and she doesn't know why. Her beloved Mercedes also has issues, which brings her to meeting the town mechanic. Rusty and his sister were abandoned by their parents and raised lovingly by their grandparents, but he never got over it and doesn't trust easily. He is drawn to Harper, but doesn't believe that he is good enough for her. She also has her own parental issues and also finds that she really enjoys his company, but she has no time for romance, but can really use a friend. So they keep telling each that they are just friends and won't open up as to how they really feel. And there is a villainess and a cad trying to mess with them both.

I read an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased and voluntary review.

This is a sweet romance focused more on the falling in love than the pair being a couple. It's an opposites attract trope with the characters spending a lot of the novel thinking they're either not good enough for the other or that other couldn't possibly be attracted to him/her, that they're just friends. In some novels that can get tiresome, but it didn't become too much of a problem here. I never found myself wanting to yell at the characters to just tell the other person how you feel. There's a lot of Southern, small town charm. Overall, this was an enjoyable romance. It's labelled Christian, but aside from talk of going to church, it doesn't really push a Christian agenda, just a clean and wholesome romance.

I think that this one ended up being my favorite of the series. And I think that's because the town and the secondary characters have been established. And it feels like visiting old friends.

Sold on Love is a fantastic romance. Well written plot and great character dynamics. I definitely recommend this book. My thank to the publisher for my book. This is my unbiased review.

Stylish real estate agent and a gent from the sticks clash in this romance. Who will give up their lifestyle? Will an acceptable compromise be achieved?

DNF at 25%. I honestly thought Rusty was an old man based on how he behaved or was discussed in previous books. This feels like my great grandma tried to write a romance for twenty-somethings. The writing style just feels older, a little more formal. And the comments about avoiding certain foods because of the calories isn't something I'm on board with. Not for me.

so cute very light hearted love story that brings a happy feeling to your soul. If you love romance and sappy love stories this one if for you.

Okay so I read this book without reading the others in the series and this book sold me. I now Ihave to get the rest of the. Because I enjoyed it so much

As a realtor, Harper is frequently in demand. Rusty is the mechanic who continues to come to her rescue as her Mercedes continually needs repairs. He is loyal and supportive. I like the role that "Senior" plays in the storyline and how he points out to Rusty that his past is affecting his present. The same might be true for Harper as they both have to practice forgiveness.
Bonus: Harper's parents (her Mom is Madge from a previous book) are the sideline story.
I did not plan on reading this one so quickly, but the characters definitely appealed to me. To my surprise, I couldn't put it down. This is a classic "opposites attract" storyline, but I thought the plot was sweet. Of course, a few parts were cliche (hello, bachelor auction), but I could look past that.
This is my favorite book of the series so far. Of course, the author still finds it necessary to use the word "sexy" a few times - that bugs me since this is supposed to be inspirational fiction. I am sure I will read the next one as I will want to find out what happens with Olivia. I did already review the first two books in the series.
I did read this book on NetGalley. I wanted to read and review it. All opinions are my own.

A sweet opposites attract romance that brought a smile to my face.

Engaging, quick read, filled with heart and lovable characters. Harper has worked hard to build up her business, but sales have been slow, and she has a lot on her plate. I admired her for her work ethic, and I liked how she is always willing to helps others.

My favorite characters had to be Rusty and Senior. Rusty is kind and humble, with a heart of gold. Senior is a wise man with a sense of humor and great timing. I loved how he made the scenes that he was in sparkle.

Overall, another delightful visit to Maple Falls, with cameos from favorite characters from previous books, while leaving room for more books in the future.


I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Loved reading this book and author. If you haven't read it yet I highly recommend her and her books. I suggest reading in order

I loved this small town in the previous book and I need to read the first one the last. Times flies too fast. Anyway the oppoosites atract and here was not exception. And a frienship to lovers was done just percectly. Something tender and not expected. On the ouside different but at the heart we are all in need of love. I am sold.

Thomas Nelson--FICTION, Thomas Nelson and Netgalley thank you for this arc.