Thank you for allowing me to read and review. This is my first book by this author but I enjoyed it so much I hope it’s not my last. It’s a very heartwarming story between Bryce who has just become the guardian of her brother and sister-in-law’s three kids when they die in and accident and Ryker who is a veteran who was injured in the war and is dealing with PTSD. Two unlikely characters whose paths cross. I love how they work together to help each other through their differences. I hope you decide to read the great story bro see how their lives play out.

I did not want to put this book down it was so good! This book was third in a series, but it’s one of those lovely series where you don’t have to read the previous books to understand things. This book has everything a romance reader wants from an adorable met-cute, all the gooey parts in-between, no third-act breakup, and a wonderful ending. Bryce is such a normal (in a good way!) FMC. She is overwhelmed with trying to be a guardian to her three nieces, while their grandparents work against her, but learning how to change her plans to be the best person for her nieces. She is sunshine but also stressed. Ryker avoids everyone since his military days but is instantly attracted to Bryce. Her nieces rope him into their lives and he starts to enjoy his time with them and their aunt Bryce. This book doesn’t shy away from each character’s lesser qualities, but shows them all trying their best. Bryce and Ryker had clear chemistry and I loved how refreshingly honest and open Bryce was. She knew what she wanted it and was straightforward about her intentions. I liked seeing their bumps in the road because it made them real. The author did an amazing job at showing their depth while also having a lot of fun moments. I was smiling along to so many parts and had happy tears at the end. Really worthwhile read and I can’t wait to go back and read the second book in the series (already read the first and it was amazing too!)! 5⭐️, 2🌶

Thank you so much for the eARC of Change of Plans. There were aspects of Bryce and Ryker’s story that I really enjoyed and some things that fell flat.

I loved how strong and independent Bryce was throughout the story. She didn’t need saving and I love that in a female character, especially in a romance novel. The inclusion of PTSD and veterans added depth and meaning to the story.

About halfway through the story really started to drag for me and I found myself putting it down and not feeling a pull towards it later. The miscommunications were a bit too much for me as well.

Overall it was a solid romance/contemporary fiction that’s fun for summer.

I would love to go back and read the first two books - I didn’t realize they were interconnected standalones! Which is my favorite kind of book series! This one was so sweet! It tugged at all my heart strings! There were so many parts where I had tears in my eyes! It had such good representations of grief and PTSD. There was so much chaos and love!

I loved Bryce and her nieces!! They each had their own, VERY strong personality. All four of them were grieving the loss of the girls’ parents and Bryce’s brother. And even though things hardly ever went right, they were all doing their absolute best and it did really show!

I also really like Ryker. Even though he didn’t have it all together, really he was so far from it, but he was so willing to be there for whatever Bryce needed. And that was exactly what she and the girls needed! I loved his family! They were all so sweet! And so so supportive of him even before he as ready for them to be.

I did really like Ryker and Bryce! Their instant attraction and now quick they were to try and make things work, all while involving the girls was so sweet. And while I think that their individual stories were so important and necessary for them to go through, it was rough reading through it at some points. The lack of communication killed me. They wanted to badly to make it work,but they just never talked about it. And they’d make little efforts…and then stop?? And while it mostly made sense character wise I just didn’t love that part of it.

Thank you so much to Forever and Netgalley for this ARC I exchange for an honest review!

I am forever in love with the he falls first trope, so no duh, I'm in love with this book!

This was really cute. The meetcute in the grocery store might be one of my fav meetcutes EVER. Bryce and Ryker were perfect for each other. They just fit so well, and they were there for each other. And the found family trope honest to God had me squealing. Usually I'm not too into children in books, but Dylan did this well and made the kids be fully dimensional and felt real. This book was full of loveable characters, heartfelt moments, emotions, and there was a lot of me swooning.

I can't wait to read the others in this series!

"Change of Plans" is a really sweet romantic comedy. Bryce and Ryker are both loveable characters with a lot going on and you can’t help but root for them.

Bryce and Ryker are both facing some pretty serious issues in their personal lives – Bryce being a new guardian to her 3 nieces and fighting for custody, and Ryker going through some challenges with PTSD and complications from his amputation – but the characters are very understanding and supportive of each other, and there was a really nice balance with the light-hearted and romantic moments.

The kids were also absolutely adorable in this book and I loved all of their interactions with Ryker. Found family is one of my favourite tropes and initially what drew me to this book. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who loved The Godparent Trap by Rachel Van Dyken because they have a similar tone as well as some common themes.

The one issue I had with this book is that it wrapped up a little too quickly. The pacing was delightful throughout most of the book, but then Ryker revealed some personal information to Bryce right at the end and it felt a little bit glazed over. I would’ve loved for it to be extended just a little bit more to see Bryce’s reaction and a slightly more complete ending.

*Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book is SO GOOD!!!

After a devastating accident, Bryce Weatherford is given guardianship of her three young nieces. Addison, who is five, decides she wants to wear fairy wings everywhere. Cecily, who is eight, does not want to bathe, ever and June, is a tween goth who does not have any interest in having Bryce as a guardian. In the blink of an eye, Bryce goes from working in a restaurant to managing pure chaos everyday. With parenting three nieces, finding new footing at her job, and trying to find a life for herself Bryce has a lot on her plate. She thinks she can't handle anymore, but there is one person who she just might have to let in, Ryker Matthews.

Ryker Matthews is an ex-marine who lost his leg in the field. Since he returned home a year ago, he has been dealing with his injury and learning how to cope. His past trauma haunts him, causing him to suffer from PTSD. Ryker rarely leaves the house and prefers to be alone which is why he starts a vehicle restoration business. There is nothing wrong with his plan until one day, while in the grocery store, he meets Bryce.

I absolutely adore this book! It is truly a beautiful book. It made me laugh and also cry. I fell in love with the characters and will forever wish for the kind of relationship they have with each other. If you get a chance to read this book, PLEASE DO. IT IS WORTH YOUR TIME!!!! Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC! I am so happy I had the chance to read this book.

Thank you NetGalley for an ARC and the opportunity to provide my honest review. Having never read book #1, I can still safely say this is my favorite out of all three. Ryker is my favorite brother and the book is totally fine as a stand alone. As Bryce navigates going from Aunt to 'Mom', I enjoyed her encounters w Ryker as well as his with her nieces. I live with a marine leg amputee and feel that the physical description regarding the prosthetic etc. was done well. I am less sure with regards to the dog but I loved Six, but the abrupt chaos around some of the encounters may be a bit much and too overwhelming for a well-trained service/therapy dog to react that way. And for that matter, for Ryker. I did like how the book portrays his struggles and how he attempts to deal with it and shows the many avenues that are out there for help, be it family, therapy, fellow brothers, the VA etc. if only they can get themselves to the point of reaching out. The love story is cute and spicy. While the in-laws initially are grating and not on my favorites list, it is pretty clear that they are clearly suffering from severe grief as well and struggling and dealing by lashing out (unjustifiably) in the only way they can. The ending was very satisfying to me. Perhaps a bit more could have been addressed for the kisd dealing with grief and the teachers whom seemed to not handle the situations well at all but overall i flew through the book and really enjoyed it. I mean it is Fiction and I just want to escape and have fun --Arrgh!

Change of Plans is the third and final book in the Matthews Brothers Series which works just great as a standalone or first read of the series.

This was such a heartwarming and sweet read. I laughed out loud so many times and just fell in love with the characters.

I am not a fan of vomit humor in any form, so be prepared for that if it’s rough for you, too. Otherwise, this was a great read.

My thanks to @readforeverpub and @netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this book before its publication date.

Thank you Netgalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing) for this ARC in return for an honest review.

1. This is a standalone HOWEVER - Dylan Newton has written two other books about the Matthews brothers - and our main male character is Ryker Matthews - the middle brother who hadn't gotten his HEA yet.

That said - you don't need to read the other two first - however, Ryker's brothers - and their love interests do pop up in this story, and their storylines are lightly referenced. It didn't take away from enjoying this book - I'm just saying - if you like to read books in order - this is book three.

2. This is considered a romance - but I would say - romance plays a part in the story (totally cheering on Bryce and Ryker getting together) HOWEVER it's also about so much more than that.

* Bryce - a single chef is thrown into guardianship of her three nieces after her brother and his wife are killed.
This story is as much about her figuring out how to parent, how to balance work/home, how to grieve her brother... it's about all these massive changes in her life and how she is navigating it.

*Ryker - a former marine who is suffering from PTSD and is trying to figure out his new normal; dealing with on-going health issues, his mental health, getting himself back on his feet... learning how to let people into his life.

Told in alternating points of view - this is a story about love, change, loss and moving forward. It was just a nice read - well written, well paced and with some laugh out loud moments (those Weatherford nieces are hilarious).

3.5 star read. Recommended if you just want to feel good about the world.

The description makes this book sound much heavier than it is. Dylan has a knack for incorporating real-life tragedy into her characters' stories, but keeping the actual story light-hearted and fun. I love all of the Matthews brothers, but I always have a little extra love for a middle child and Ryker was no exception.

Despite their entire relationship starting out on miscommunication and assumptions, I loved how quickly they admitted their feelings (at least to themselves) and adored the banter. The little girls made the mishaps so realistic and hilarious, and I loved the little extra spice this book had!

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮:
🚌 love the brooding, silent type suffering in silence
🚌 enjoy stories about family dynamics, especially around parenting and loss
🚌 like a miscommunication trope layered onto hysterical mishaps

Change of Plans by Dylan Newton is a heartwarming tale of chef Bryce Weatherford navigating the challenges of raising her three nieces, and Ryker Matthews, coping with the aftermath of a below-the-knee amputation, as they unexpectedly find sparks flying between them, offering a potential change of plans neither was prepared for.

I was really looking forward to Ryder's love story after enjoying the other two books about the Matthews brothers, How Sweet It Is and All Fired Up. However, I had mixed feelings about Change of Plans. Bryce's character was a mixed bag for me. I admired her dedication to her nieces, but I wasn't a fan of how her relationship with Ryder developed. I found Ryder to be somewhat unlikable even though I understood his behavior due to his past trauma. Both characters' past traumas seemed to overshadow the romance which made some parts repetitive. The presence of secondary characters from previous books (Kate and Drake from How Sweet It Is and Imani and Zandar from All Fired Up) was a fun aspect. However, I wasn't a fan of the conflict resolution in the end. Personally, I enjoyed How Sweet It Is and All Fired Up more than this one. It's possible to read Change of Plans as a stand-alone, but I think it would be more enjoyable if you've read the two other books before this. Overall, I would give it three stars.

Change of Plans is a sweet and heartwarming romantic comedy following two characters who meet each other at what should be the worst time in their lives. Together, they embark on a journey of found family, love, and a second chance they never knew they needed. This book will make you swoon and pull at your heartstrings at the same time. I absolutely adored this book and look forward to reading more from this author.

Bryce has recently gotten guardianship of her three nieces after their parents deaths and has left her prominent chef position in Florida to relocate to a small northern New York town. While shopping Ryker Matthews saves one of her nieces from a tight spot. After showing up and helping Bryce again, Ryker and Bryce can’t deny their feelings for each other. The problem is with PTSD and an ongoing condition with his amputated leg Ryker is afraid he will scare off Bryce. Bryce is not sure Ryker will want to commit not just to her but her nieces as well. Especially in the midst of a messy custody battle. They must learn to face their fears together along with the help of their meddling family and friends.

This book is wonderful on so many levels. With very prominent mental health representation and the multiple struggles single parents have to work through, this book gets deep. But there are so many beautiful lighthearted moments to show no matter the hardships as long as there are those who love and support us we can overcome anything!

4.5/5 stars

What a lovely book! "Change of Plans" was a tender, touching story of what it means to continue living your life after loss changes the scope of your future. We meet Bryce, a woman thrust into parenthood after the death of her brother and sister-in-law leaves her as the sole guardian of her 3 grieving nieces. During a disastrous grocery store run, the 4 Weatherfords meet Ryker, a war vet with a prosthetic leg and PTSD who isn't adjusting well to civilian life. The two of them kick off an unlikely friendship, leaning on each other and giving each other support when things get difficult. Along the way, they experience the growing pains of falling in love when you least expect it.

This perfectly captures the themes of grief, family, healing, and, above all, love. I found myself crying on more than one occasion as I read this book. It's also the first book in a long time that kept me up past my bedtime because I just needed to FINISH IT!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I'll lay it out straight- there is something incredibly beautiful and heartwarming getting to read stories that feature a woman lead that doesn't *need* the saving because she's doing it anyways but also having a male lead that steps in to help out not for the reward, but because hes truly a nice person. This was an emotional one that I really wasn't all the way prepared for.

Heavy topics such as experiencing PTSD, lose of parents, custody battles, and grief all play strong roles in the story. Dylan Newton somehow manages to weave these very dark and heavy topics into a story that doesn't feel overbearing in the darkness and provides some relatability to everyone ready. The outlook these characters have just leaves you rooting for everyone. Now I will say towards the end we dance into a bit of 'lack of communication' that starts to toe the line of miscommunication and I wasn't sure this would end in the way I wanted. I'm really not a fan of the trope but the author seems to tease just enough of it before yanking it back to wrap this story up in a perfect little small-town romance bow.

Change of Plans by Dylan Newton
Rating: 5 stars
Steam: 1 chili
Pub Date: 8/1

This beautiful story follows Bryce Weatherford, a talented chef whose life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes the guardian of her three young nieces after her brother and sister-in-law die in a tragic accident. Suddenly, Bryce finds herself in charge of three spirited girls, all with their own unique challenges.

Then there’s Ryker Matthews, a wounded veteran with his own battles to fight. He’s dealing with PTSD from his time in the military, along with the pain of his below-the-knee amputation. But when he meets Bryce, sparks fly, and their chemistry is palpable. As they lean on each other for support, they discover that love can be found in unexpected places.

All the stars for this incredible book! As soon as I finished it, I had to send Newton a message to let her know how much I loved it (and how often it made me cry). I just loved how Newton skillfully wove together the complexities of family dynamics and the difficulties of parenthood in this moving story. Bryce's struggles to manage the chaos of her new role were portrayed with authenticity and empathy, making her relatable and endearing. Her dedication and love for her nieces was heartwarming, and I was cheering for her as she navigated the changes in their lives.

One of the highlights was the incredible representation of caregiver responsibilities, PTSD, and disabilities! Newton handled these sensitive topics with care and authenticity and also represented parenthood in a relatable way.

This was a captivating blend of humor and heart and a must-read for fans of romantic comedies. Thank you so much to NetGalley, Forever Pub, and Dylan Newton for my advanced copy to read and review. Change of Plans comes out on 8/1!

Read if you like:
*parent like creatures
*dual POV
*PTSD rep
*sweet therapy dogs
*found family

This was so cute!!! I loved this story and the sweet nature of it all. Will highly recommend this to friends who are looking to swoon.

"Winning is a matter of perspective. Sure, you’ve had a change of plans. But when you change lanes in a race, you appear to lose ground, when all it takes is being on the low side of the curve to be back on the top. Battling grief is tough, I should know. It takes time, and requires you to occasionally accept a boost from others.”

I loved this book! Ryker and Bryce have such a sweet meet cute in their small town’s grocery store where Ryker saves Bryce’s niece who was stuck. I loved how sweet he is with all her nieces and truly cares about them. I really liked how Bryce didn’t shy away from Ryker’s prosthetic and didn’t make him feel uncomfortable about it. I loved how there even was a scene where she tells him that he’s beautiful! I was swooning so hard!!! Bryce has been struggling to manage her three nieces after their parents died and I loved how supportive Ryker was. He would do all these small actions that made such a difference to Bryce. He truly showed up for them. There is a bit of a miscommunication in this romance towards the end but I think it needed to happen and I loved how it all played out in the end.
This book comes out August 1st so add to your TBRs!

Read if you like:
3rd person dual POVs
Small town romance
Ex-marine hero
Single Aunt
Open door romance
Cinnamon roll hero
Swoony hero
Realistic kids

4.5 out of 5 stars!

Bryce sure did have her hands full with her 3 nieces! Having given everything up to care for them, there isn't time for even one minuscule thing to go wrong. But of course, some things do go wrong. She and her nieces are grieving over the loss of the girls' parents, she's trying to keep a roof over their heads and keep the maternal grandparents off her back. It seems that every single time something goes wrong, those pesky, judgmental grandparents show up. The most unexpected happens. Ryker. He seems to be there when Bryce needs a helping hand or a minute to breathe. But he's the most unlikely to befriend anyone since he's reclusive and keeps out of town business. But they all know loss and grief which makes the Weatherfords and Ryker the best team to get through life. Sometimes everyone needs a change of plans. I loved this book so much! I loved their banter and wit, the way Ryker treated the girls, the found family in the secondary characters of this series, and the all around love that everyone had.

I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.