I would like to thank netgalley and Dahlia Media for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest .

Enjoyable.

Nick and Ivy. Oh, and Henry, Nick’s son. This is utterly charming, light and breezy and I loved it. It’s the final part in the Storyhill series and but it works well as a standalone. It’s a musician’s road trip too which makes for great adventure and changing scenes on the road.

Nick is a honey, a dedicated dad, l’il bit anxious and insecure but so charmed by Ivy. There’s great chemistry between these two. Nick needs a smack, but luckily the band members give him one. Ivy is super talented but a bit of a mess with baggage from her itinerant childhood. They get there in the end. A super easy steamy heartfelt read and I recommend!

Thank you very much NetGalley and Annmarie Boyle for the ARC.

Nick Malone is going on tour with his band for the next three weeks. His 8 year old son normally stays with Nick's parents when he's on tour, but this time, Henry insists on coming with. Ivy Winston is a former teacher working on her PhD dissertation, and when her friend suggests coming along on the tour with the band to watch/tutor Henry for a few weeks, she decides to do it. If she's lucky, maybe it will help her break through her writer's block.

As the tour goes on, Nick and Ivy find themselves drawn to each other, but both of them fight against the attraction for different reasons. But their shared responsibility for Henry, and even Henry himself, keep pushing them together.

This was a heartwarming story on so many levels. I love Nick and the softer side of him that we see with his son. Ivy, despite her reservations of opening herself up to new people, learns to care about Henry, and eventually open herself up to the possibility of romance. I love the interactions between these two, and how Henry is often encouraging them in his little 8 year old way.

I really enjoyed the other characters as well - all the band members and their wives, Nick's parents, and even Ivy's parents. I haven't read the other books in this series yet, but I want more. 😂

If you enjoy road trip romances or the single dad trope, you will really enjoy this one!

Thanks to Netgalley and Dahlia Media for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!

Nick is a single dad with a unique problem: his son, Henry, wants to go on tour with him and his a capella group, something he's never done before. While Nick knows his band mates would be happy to help, he needs someone to tutor and help with Henry for the three week tour.

Ivy is a perpetual student and teacher. She's currently in the ABD - All But Dissertation - stage of getting her PhD. Problem is, she's hit a wall with her writing. Her friend Julie presents a possible solution - go on tour, help out Henry, and hope the new scenery helps with her mental block.

Pieces and Parts was a pretty spot-on portrayal of what it's like to be a parent thrust into the world of dating. You're constantly wondering if you're setting your kid up for disappointment while also desperately wanting to be seen as a person not just a parent.

Ivy and Nick ease into flirtation on the tour. Neither of them tries to jump into anything, and you're treated with the sizzling chemistry they both try to ignore. They're both also really good with Henry, and they discuss boundaries and ensure he isn't caught in the crossfire if the whole thing blows up.

It was refreshing to read about a man in a dry spell. Is that weird? That's probably weird, but it's true. He and his ex-wife had been separated for a while, and instead of sowing his wild oats, he focused on Henry and the band. It was so sweet!

Pieces and Parts is a quick, endearing, fast-paced romance. If you like your heros brawny and not afraid of their emotion, this book's for you!

Thank you, NetGalley and AnnMarie Boyle, for the opportunity to read an advanced copy! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Thank you to @annmarieboyle and @ netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

4 stars

Ivy is working on her dissertation and trying to establish roots after a transient child of foreign diplomats. Nick is a single dad musician who is frequently on tour and now needs a nanny for his son on tour. Ivy takes the job hoping to figure out where her life is headed and finds so much more, but Nick comes as a 2 for 1 and both of them are scared of taking the leap of commitment. Can they figure out how to make this unconventional romance work?

This was a sweet romance that would make a perfect beach read!

Nick and Ivy are so relatable, and it was easy to fall in love with them both. As a single dad Nick is exactly what any woman would want in a father for her children- playful and fun but still providing boundaries in a loving environment. And Ivy is so patient and giving of herself. Add in Henry, the loveable 9-year-old with an old soul, and you have the foundation for a sweet and adventurous story.

The way that Nick encourages Ivy to follow her dreams is heartwarming, and her revelation at the end is perfect.

I also love the idea of found family in the form of bandmates and their wives. It adds an element to the story that is fresh and guides Ivy's self discovery perfectly. It's also quite sweet how this group of musicians take care of their own. adding a 9-year-old character into the mix adds humor and fun.

This is a somewhat formulaic romance (if that bothers you) but that isn't really a problem for me. Although I do usually like a little more spice in my romance, overall it's a feel-good read with a happy ending that is just what I needed this summer!

"Pieces and Parts" is a contemporary romance written by Annmarie Boyle, the fourth and final volume in "The Storyhill Musicians" series, consisting of standalone companion novels.

The story follows Nick Malone, single father of Henry, a perceptive eight-year-old boy, and baritone of the Storyhill, an a cappella musical group. A man who feels quite lucky to be able to successfully juggle the roles of devoted parent and musician around the world. At least until suddenly his son asks if he can go on tour with him, refusing to stay with his grandparents. Nick tries to change his mind, but the attempts fall on deaf ears. Caught off guard, his carefully constructed world threatens to collapse under his feet. To resolve the situation Nick needs to find a tutor-slash-nanny who can take care of his son and go on a three-week tour with them, or forgo the trip and be replaced. All within a short period of time. Finding a unicorn seems more likely. Which means he is screwed. It is in this situation that Ivy Winston, a former elementary teacher currently adrift, appears. A woman in search of stability, she thought she had a definite plan for the future. But apparently she does not. Stuck in the writing of her latest PhD thesis, she is more confused than ever about her intentions. So when she is presented with the opportunity to tutor a child, joining the tour of the group her father is a member of, Ivy eagerly accepts, hoping it will help her clear her head and get unstuck. As the bus journey proceeds, thanks to the close proximity and relationship with Henry, Nick and Ivy begin to get closer and this will lead to unexpected developments and reflections.
Light and extremely fast-paced read. I wasn't completely thrilled with it, several elements didn't convince me, but in the end it still entertained me.

I have not read the previous volumes of "The Storyhill Musicians" series, each of which is dedicated to a different member of the band, however, I was able to follow the story without any problems. The various chapters, in fact, can be considered standalone, with the main story beginning and ending within them.
I really liked the idea of the bus ride, the traveling tour, and the presence of the musical element.
I found the author's style to be simple, compelling and smooth, able to keep me glued to the pages. I devoured it in less than two days without realizing it. The only problem, due to my personal taste, was the third-person narration. Unfortunately, the use of the third person, in romance, generally does not appeal to me. I don't know why, but somehow it makes it difficult for me to connect with the events and characters, giving me a kind of detached feeling.

I liked Nick and Ivy, the main characters with their respective povs. Nick is a single father, trying to disentangle his role as a parent from his role as a musician in a band that is often on the road. He is a diligent, organized and thorough man with a sharp mind and attention to detail, passionate about curiosity about the world. He loves his son very much and would do anything to keep him protected and happy, even at the cost of sacrificing his own happiness. He tries to show himself as strong and reliable, but he often suffers and tends to feel guilty, to belittle himself, in his role as a father. I found him a well-characterized character, with good development, which convinced me.

Ivy is a former elementary school teacher, struggling with the writing of her final PhD thesis. On the surface organized and confident, in reality she is deeply confused and does not know what to do with her future. Growing up in a constantly moving family, for years she has done nothing but move from place to place, starting over time after time, without the opportunity to put down roots and develop lasting relationships. This situation has left her longing for stability, certainty, a fixed point to belong to. She is a cheerful and sunny woman, caring and big-hearted, who impressed me with her empathy.

The big problem for me is the romance, which, unfortunately, did not convey anything to me. The relationship between Nick and Ivy seemed to me too rushed, with certain discussions and attitudes that left me puzzled by how quickly they happened. I did not feel the development of the couple, I did not feel the growth, and this made me mostly indifferent. Yes, the couple is cute, even has some nice spicy moments, but it doesn't go beyond that.

I want to mention Henry, Nick's eight-year-old son, whom I enjoyed very much. He is a rather smart and intelligent little boy, gifted with a big sensitive heart, passionate about curiosity like his father. He won me over with his innocence, just as his interactions with Nick and Ivy won me over.

All in all, this is a simple, cute and fast-paced romance, perfect for the summer!

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for giving me an ARC of this book in exchange of an honest review.

Pieces and Parts, part of the Storyhill Musicians series, is a sweet, single dad contemporary romance. It follows the story of Nick, a single dad whose son, Henry, is going to accompany him on tour; and Ivy, Henry's nanny and tutor.

What I enjoyed:
Both Nick and Ivy are likable and relatable characters. Nick is a single dad who is just trying to navigate the best way to take care of his son while pursuing his career. Ivy is trying to figure out if she wants to pursue a safe, stable future, or pursue her dreams. You are given enough information about the supporting characters that you don't feel lost, even if you haven't read the other books. I also like that the romance was subtle and not overdone. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy a good romance book with plenty of smut....but the balance felt right for this story!

What I didn't enjoy:
I felt like the pacing in the beginning was really fast - and maybe that comes from me not having read the rest of the series.

Personal Preference:
The story was told from a dual POV, both Ivy and Nick's. However, the book was written in third person. I know that doesn't matter to some, but for me personally, I prefer when the POV is written in 1st person. Just a preference, not a criticism!

All in all, if you want a sweet romance - this will fit the bill!

Many thanks to NetGalley and Annmarie Boyle for this ARC read!

Such a sweet romance. Nick is a member of an a Cappella group and a single father of a trivia mad little boy. When his son Henry insists on accompanying him on tour, Nick hires Ivy to be tutor/nanny on the road. The sparks fly between them, leading to a romantic few days in Boston while Nick's parents have Henry. However Nick is held back by feelings of guilt. Ivy, meanwhile, has issues of her own and they decide to break off the relationship at the end of the tour.

Henry is my absolute favorite character in this book. From his love of learning to his insecure moments, he pulled this story together.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley! I'll definitely be reading the rest of this series.

Single dad Nick Malone is successfully juggling his roles as devoted father and traveling musician. Yet when his young son wants to travel with him rather than stay with his grandparents, Nick tries to accommodate his wishes, in part questioning his changing behaviour. When a friend suggests asking her friend, former teacher Ivy Winston, to join them as Henry’s tutor-slash-nanny, Nick agrees. Ivy is keen to try something new as she has begun to doubt her choice in career plans and needs some time to finish her thesis, before she can think clearly again. As the tour begins, Nick and Ivy find that their arrangement is more than just caring for Henry. Soon, both must examine their past and the choices that they had made, to consider their possible future together.
Both Nick and Ivy were two very down to earth, solid people and their romance so easy to read about. I enjoyed seeing them tackle some of their relationship issues, which for Nick’s part were interwoven with his past relationship with Henry’s mother. Together, their relationship with Henry is realistic and well-delivered in terms of their conversations. Whilst I read this book, having not read the previous three in the series, I could pick up the connections.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Pieces and Parts is the fourth book in an interconnected series about the musicians of the fictional group Storyhill. This book follows single dad, Nick as he searches for an unicorn; someone who can tutor his young son and watch him while out on tour with the band something he hasn’t done before. When Nick meets Ivy, a former teacher working on her PhD, he wonders if he can keep his growing attraction for her at bay. Ivy knows she’s there to be taking care of young Henry but she can’t help but find herself growing close to Nick as well. A lot can happen when you’re stuck on a tour bus in close quarters and becomes hard to keep your heart in check when it’s been locked away for so long.

Nick was completely in awe of Ivy from the get go and seeing her with his son really cracked his heart wide open even when it scared him. Ivy was a goner for Nick and Henry and she finally found a home with them. They make and adorable trivia buff family. I also love how supportive the band is they truly are a family and I need to go back and read the first three books in the series. This was a super fast and enjoyable read for any single dad romance fans.


Thank you @katerockbooktours and @netgalley for this eARC and a spot on the book tour.

" love child of Chris Evans and Paul Bunyan, right? "

This book is a cute, funny, romance book. Nick is a single father and a musician that is going on tour with his group. Henry (Nick's son) decides he wants to tag along so Nick has to find someone to help out while he's doing tour things. This is where the beautiful, smart Ivy comes in. They are just the best team when it comes to Henry. All the characters are so witty and funny not excluding Henry. Once you find out the meaning of the title it just feels so full circle. I did not read the previous storyhill books before starting this book but I do not feel like it hindered the experience. It seemed just fine as a standalone and doesn't give much away from the previous books so you can go back and read them after finishing this one.

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Pieces and Parts is a cute read! While I hadn’t read the previous books about the Storyhill crew, I still felt like I could read this as a standalone book, and eventually return to the other installments. Nick’s position balancing single fatherhood and his career as a touring musician is well-written, and you can feel the tension as he always strives to do the best for his kid. He and Ivy are sweet, but I really think it’s Henry’s presence that makes this book sing!
For readers of the Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams, Hot and Hammered by Tessa Bailey, or When in Rome by Sarah Adams!

Single dad Nick is going on-tour with his singing group and finds Ivy, a PhD candidate, to care for his son while they’re on the road. Henry is an adorable character, and I love the quirky relationship that he and Ivy had. Nick and Ivy’s friends to lovers story was sweet and just a bit spicy… so perfect. But will Nick open his heart when Henry could be hurt too?

So precious, and I loved reading another book in this series! Thanks @netgalley for the chance to review this book!

In this final instalment of the series Nick, who is the backbone of the group in many ways, finally gets his story. And with Nick comes Henry, his eight-year-old son who is one of the best-depicted children I've read in a long time. The way Nick and Ivy's relationship develops while looking after Henry on tour is realistically and sympathetically done, as two people with their own very good reasons for guarding their hearts grapple with their attraction to one another. There's no manufactured drama or convoluted misunderstandings, but there is plenty of input (wanted or not) from the other members of the group, and the whole story plays out beautifully. It can be read as a standalone, but I recommend the series as a whole and this is a lovely way to finish it.

I loved this book. It is the perfect quick romance read that you hoped for. The characters were fun and relatable, and the setting of "being on the road" was exciting. While this isn't a book for my students, it is 100% a book for my book club and friends.

Thank you Netgalley for an arc of Pieces and Parts by Annmarie Boyle

As a fan of The Storyhill Musicians series, I greatly enjoyed PIECES AND PARTS and its message of trusting your heart over your head. I so appreciate the reminder of how it's ourselves that holds us back in areas of our lives, thinking we're playing it safe when we're destined for so much more. A beautiful story of Nick and Ivy and what they must confront in different ways in order to realize they are both worthy of so much love and happiness. Nick and Ivy are both so sweet and the ultimate match for each other - a sweet and endearing read and look into Nick and Ivy's love. I also admire and appreciate the author's depth and layers to the characters, which in turns gives such believable and emotional stories.

Thank you to Dahlia Media and NetGalley for the digital arc in exchange for my honest review.

hooked and hooked some more. Loved all of this and couldn't put it down. I was like oh my. I need to know more. Read it.

Nick is single father and trying to deal with his son while going on tour. Ivy is hired as a tutor for his son. They fall in love...

Love this series. I enjoy reading about this group of musicians. :) I like their camaraderie. The characters are terrific. Nick is so sweet. He has great chemistry with Ivy.

Thanks to the publisher for the arc.

"I know it's fast, Ivy, but somewhere between Indianapolis and Toronto, I think I fell in love with you."

-single dad, close proximity, found family
-Nick needs to find a tutor/nanny for his son while they go on tour 🚐 🎸🎤🎵
-Nick and Ivy’s relationship developed so nicely and the book flowed well
-Ivy’s vulnerability and need for stability was
totally relatable too
-great side characters who were so supportive
-Henry was the greatest wing man for his dad and Ivy 🤭
-thank you to NetGalley and Xpresso Book Tours for this ARC

4.0⭐️

I just finished up an early read of Pieces and Parts - the final installment in the Storyhill series from Annmarie Boyle. I *could not* wait for Nick's book after getting sneak peeks at the hunky single dad in previous books, and he did not disappoint.

Check this one out if you love:
- Single dad
- Forced proximity
- Road trip/tour
- Nanny romance
- Musician romance

When I was a kid, I used to tell everyone who asked what I wanted to be when I grew up that I always wanted to be a student. So believe me when I say that I related to Ivy big time. She’s finishing up a PhD program and trying to figure out what comes next for her when her best friend suggests she join the Storyhill group on the road as a nanny and tutor for their baritone’s 9 year old son. After immediately clicking with Nick and Henry, Ivy agrees and they’re all off on an international tour spending a lot of time on that small tour bus!

I absolutely loved how gone Nick and Ivy are for each other right from the beginning. They fluster each other so much and it just made me swoon watching the chemistry build. Their mutual love of trivia is also adorable. This is the last book in the Storyhill universe and Annmarie ties up the storylines so well. I’ll miss spending time with these guys!

I voluntarily read a gifted copy of this book. All opinions are my own.