This is my first book from Mia Sheridan and it took me by surprise. She is able to write so beautifully and paints such a wonderful story that is both heartbreaking and heartwarming. I really felt for Kira and Grayson. They are such layered and multi dimensional characters. I was rooting for their happy ending. There were a lot of beautiful quotes that I really like but one in particular is “Today may be a very bad day, but tomorrow may be the best day of your life. You just have to hang on until you get there.” That might be my new motto. Overall it was a good. There were something that I didn’t love but it was mostly an enjoyable read.

A marriage of convenience with a whole slew of secrets, plot twists and spicy scenes to keep you wanting more!

This book kept me on my toes throughout the whole 416 pages. Kira was such a fun character, full of heart, wit and surprises. You go into the book not knowing the exact circumstances of why she’s doing what she’s doing and slowly you discover all the missing pieces and everything starts to make sense. I was amazed at how she continued to be so vibrant and happy despite all the things she had endured in her past.

Grayson, that sexy dragon, who because of one accident ended up going to jail and becoming a convicted felon. But that wasn’t the worst of it for poor Grayson. His life before that was heartbreaking and made me understand just why he was the way he was.

It was as much a love story as it was a story about two people who had painful upbringings and had to learn to overcome that pain. Both of their fathers mistreated them, making them think that they weren’t worthy of love until they found each other that is.

I loved watching these two go from marriage of convenience to head over heels in love with one another. It wasn’t an easy journey and I wasn’t convinced they’d end up together at the end, especially after the way Grayson treated her after he discovered the secret she’d been keeping from him.

The way they called each other little witch and dragon had me swooning and the vineyard setting for the book had me wishing I was there to witness its beauty.

I loved Charlotte’s character. She was funny, mothering and plotted just as much as Kira did. Her herbal concoction had me dying 😂 and I loved how her and Walter had been there for Grayson throughout everything.

This was my first Mia Sheridan book, yes I know, I know, how have I not read Archer’s Voice yet? Well, it’s definitely on my list now! I loved the way Sheridan took these characters with so much baggage, heartache and history and made you relate to them. I cried, laughed and swooned and can’t wait to read more of what she’s wrriten!

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC!

I've been looking for a good "marriage of convenience" for quite a while, but every time something was off; finally I've found a good one!
I've nothing to say but good things about this book, the story is like a fairytale, perfectly written and narrated; the characters are adorable, not only the main one, but even the side ones, you just love all of them.

I'm defenetly going to read all Mia's other books, if they are as good as this one I might have found a new favorite author!

So good.

Kira is in dire straits. But she has a plan. Find a husband. Even with a man she's never even spoken to before. But she's heard of Grayson Hawthorn. He's a handsome ex-con who's in as bad a situation as she is.

Here comes the marriage of two people who don't know each other, don't like each other, but need each other. Both have come from terrible pasts where the parents who should love them...

Kira's plan though is going to get both of them out of their situations. If only they can make it work.

Lots of misunderstandings, plenty of sweetness and a lot of a man being a pighead.

There were times I wanted to strangle old Grayson. He was blinded by how he was raised.

Talk about a slooooooow burn 🥵
The main characters Grayson + Kira, both who have been hurt in the past from family and gf/bf closest to them, are guarded towards one another. The story is based off of forced proximity sprinkled with lies, twists + turns, and (🙄) miscommunication. The constant miscommunication + hot/cold was a real drag for me. When a story revolves around miscommunication tropes I want to literally scream. It’s a cute little love story, but a little far fetched (but what love story isn’t? I don’t know, I’m a hopeless romantic so whatever I’ll keep reading them).
Although other books by Mia Sheridan had a good level of spice, this one just wasn’t doing it for me. Not that it was bad but just less than I expected!

I was fooled again and didn’t realize this was another rerelease, but this has officially made me a Mia Sheridan fan. A well-written marriage of convenience where the MMC and FMC obviously start off as completely strangers and then fall for each other. Definitely some spicy scenes and some serious topics, but it was a relatively lighthearted book and I enjoyed watching Kira and Gray’s relationship grow.

Not really sure how I feel about this book. I had to make it sure it wasn't a reissue of some 80s or 90s book because there were some problematic parts of it and Grayson just seemed like some 80s or 90s wounded jerk (using a polite word there) who somehow magically changes when he realizes he's in love. Kira was a good character though.

I was so eager to read another Mia Sheridan book that I hadn't realized how familiar it sounded.. And that is because... I already read this heartbreaking story a few years ago.
What a story!

"I have a business arrangement to offer you.
I lifted one brow. " a business arrangement?" She nodded..."Yes, well, in actuality, Mr;Hawthorn, I'm here to propose marriage."

Marriage of convenience is a trope I really like, and the secret behind this marriage of convenence really adds something to this story.

Kira needs to get married in order to access to her inheritance. Grayson, as a labeled convicted felon is unable to obtain any funds to keep his family vneyard afloat.

The relationship and evolution of their mutual feelings is so beautiful, sad and poetic. The secondary characters are also so important and supportive. I can just say that if you enjoy heartbreaking romances, marriage of convenience and secrets... this book was written for you.

Grayson and Kira's relationship in Grayson's Vow was so cute!! I always appreciate a dual perspective, but some of the pacing was off and I wasn't really vibing with the sex scenes (although that's just personal preference). I really loved Kira as a character and thought that she was developed really well and had a very strong presence. I felt pretty neutral towards Grayson as a love interest for most of the book and was starting to warm up to him more but then the third act conflict came around and he was a complete asshole and had no grounds for his behavior which honestly ruined his character for me. Also, there was a scene about halfway through the book from Grayson's that felt pretty problematic where he is coming on to Kira and thinks, "She still looked uncertain, but she didn't tell me to stop, so I took that as a yes and leaned in to kiss her neck." It was just a very uncomfortable situation.

This. Cover. Also, it’s Mia Sheridan! I haven’t read her first book, Archer’s Voice, yet. But when I saw she had another one I was like yes! I’ve heard really good things about her and they’re rightly deserved. I was confused when I looked this up originally, because Goodreads has reviews from 7+ years ago, except this book isn’t even published yet.

This is the first time where I feel like MS has recycled some of her material. But with over 10 books written by the time this was first released, I can't really fault her. Luckily, the similarities are to two of her stories I also really enjoyed - 'Brant's Return' and 'Preston's Honor.'

Although this story does feel familiar in several aspects, there is enough originality for me to see it in a new light. I really enjoyed the characters, the banter, the setting, the plot. All of it. But that's no surprise - the day I stop loving Mia Sheridan's stories will be the day I die. She has such a strength in conveying profound meaning and emotion in her writing, so I will always feel something when I read one of her books and this one does exactly that.

I've enjoyed Mia Sheridan's writing before. While I was excited to read this story, the miscommunication and continuous hurt the main character did were a little much for me. I loved the Napa setting and the side characters, but just a bit too much angst.

I possibly loved this novel more than I loved Archer’s Voice, which feels impossible considering how much I loved that one. I couldn’t put it down and went to bed so early in the morning. I'm going to regret it today, but it was worth it. I especially loved Kira’s strength and spark. Her fiery personality and antics are true smile-lifters. Mia Sheridan has a real gift to hit you in the feels and each time I pick one of her books, I know she won’t disappoint.

Wow what a great story! Marriage of convenience, Grayson needs moneys to fix his failing vineyard and Kira need to start over away from her controlling rich abusive father. The story was great. They both had the parent issues. Kira see good in everything ex she helped at a center, she when to Africa to help build a hospital, and she adopted a special needs puppy. Although they both are opposites they both end making the marriage work

This was another classic Mia Sheridan story.
Spoilers:
I enjoyed the dynamics in this book and the fake marriage and enemies to lovers tropes. My only complaint is that this wasn’t just harmless enemy banter a lot if the time and sometimes Grayson felt truly mean and harsh. I feel like with a main character that’s experienced abuse that this is not okay. For me, it took away from what otherwise was a great story. Thanks to NetGalley and Bloom Books for the ARC of this re-release.

Thank you to SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books, and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.

I was really excited to see this Mia Sheridan book on NetGalley. I have read several of her other books, and have enjoyed them all.

This book was no exception. I enjoyed the entire story all the way through. I will definitely, recomend this book to to others.

P.S. it doesn't hurt that she is a local author also.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this book!

Soooooo, I have to admit I had a few issues with the story’s execution. The lines between consenting and not consenting were a bit murky at times and that left a bitter taste in my mouth.
I absolutely loved the story and the way it was both quick af and slow burn til the very end. The 😏 scenes? yes! This is literally the first time i’ve ever read this sort of book and actually liked them. And you know why? No cringy dirty talk! Yey, me!
This book would’ve been a 5 star read for me if the lines hadn’t been blurred. I know, contextually, you can gather that it was consensual, but I don’t understand why anyone would write it that way.
I can’t, in good conscience, rate this book any higher.
Plus, everyone loved Archer’s Voice and I actually didn’t, so I was a bit surprised to see how much I liked this one.

Xx
Graysons Vow💍
By Mia Sheridan🫶🏻

Review📚


This was one hell of a book. Ready to go find myself a dragon and be his witch any day of the week. Both the MMC and the FMC come into this fake marriage with some scars and broken hearts. Of course it takes both of them time to realize that they can help heal each other. The part before they realize they are in love is always my absolute favorite. Enemies to lovers all day everyday! The fighting and banter is what I’m all about. I really enjoyed how this relationship played out and the fairytale ending had me swooning! I got emotional at the end and tears definitely pricked my eyes. The writing was great too! Overall, fantastic read.

Nicknames 🥵
Marriage of convenience🤌🏻
Forced proximity👀
Enemies to lovers💋
Slow burn🔥
Grumpy x sunshine☀️

Quote:

“Love is not always smooth and easy. Love can be piercing. Love means exposing yourself—all of yourself, every tender part—to being hurt. Because true love is not only the flower, true love is also the thorns.”

4.5 stars
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

I absolutely loved this book! I was hooked from the very beginning and didn’t want to put this book down. One of my favourite books I’ve read this year. I’ve read a few of Mia Sheridans books and I have loved them all, they have been all 5/5 star reads. Thank you to Netgalley, Mia Sheridan and Sourcebooks Bloom Books for an advanced copy of this book.

Mia Sheridan has become an author that I will read no matter what! Thanks to some of her previous books I'm hooked. Grayson's Vow was a slower story for me to get through but it still had main character energy and plot! Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC for the purpose of this review. I am giving it three stars!