I read this book when it was originally on KU, so I am so pumped that this is getting traditionally published. Mariana Zapata is truly the queen of slowburn romances. The setting itself of this story is very lovely and comforting. I love Amos' character as well and how he is developed throughout the story, as well as Rhodes and Aurora. The main character is very relatable, and I am so excited to see what she writes next.

I love Mariana Zapata, her slow burn stories are some of my favorites. So huge thanks to Net-Galley, Avon and Harper Collins. I requested the e-acr because I wanted to read this again, and I can safely that I loved this just as much or even more this time around.

I originally read All Rhodes Lead Here when it first came out and I immediately fell in love. This was MZ second book that made me cry. This was funny, extremely heartfelt and the best slow burn.

Rhodes and Aurora are what I consider soulmates; they’re not exactly alike but they balance each other perfectly. Rhodes has so much respect and love for Aurora that it gives me butterflies. He’s her safe place; he’s quiet, but when he speaks, he means every word. Aurora brings the best out of Rhodes and improves his life.

“When you lose enough, you learn to take happiness where you can find it. You don’t wait for it to be handed to you. You don’t expect it in big firework-like displays. You take it in small moments, and sometimes those come shaped in a two hundred and fortyist pound man going above and beyond.”

Am is seriously the best teenager ever and his relationship with Aurora is one of my favorite things in the story. He’s a mini Rhodes in the best way.

This book touches a lot on grief and how it affects you for the rest of your life; and when we read about Aurora’s mom towards the end, I felt her pain and grief which says a lot about MZ and how she’s able to write big emotions.

“The people we lose take a part of us with them; but they leave a part of themselves with us too.”

dealing with the ending of her 14 year old relationship, Aurora is on the road to help find herself. she travels light and is ready to take on some trails in Colorado where she grew up and subsequently where her mom went missing years prior. she finds a rental in the town she grew up in but after arriving, she learns the owner was unaware of the rental and his teen soon was behind it all. exhausted and desperate, Aurora offers the hot but grumpy man triple the rate to keep the space and he reluctantly agrees. eventually, Aurora befriends the father/son duo and develops more than friend feelings for the father, Tobias Rhodes, but some secrets that should stay buried start to rear their ugly heads before Aurora can tell them the truth.

ya’ll this was so damn cute. “Because… I’ve been watching you grow for months. I don’t want to be something you grow around. You were with someone who gave you too much shade before, right? I’d rather us take our time than me stunt where you’re going, who you’re becoming.” ARE WE KIDDING?! this is one of the cutest things I have ever read. And i’ve read 150+ romance books this year. I also enjoyed the fact that this wasn’t just a romance book, Aurora really discovers herself and the magic of small town friendships. There’s so much to be said about a book this size that I was able to finish as quickly as I did (and not have Siri read it to me) Amos is the cutest teenager, I want a book for him as an adult. And Tobias Rhodes? Don’t get me started. He’s the best grump. I thought It Happened One Summer would forever be my favorite grumpy sunshine but I think this might’ve knocked it out of first place.

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

This is one of my favorite Mariana Zapata novels. I could not put it down despite its slow burn nature.

Aurora and Rhodes are a god tier couple. They just make sense and I cannot believe Rhodes didn’t see it to begin with.

The characters could be developed more, but I think it adds to the reader’s experience when you can’t always predict what the character will say or do next.

Overall, a highly recommended book

I truly believe this is one of the most beautiful stories I have ever read.

Our story opens up on our FMC moving for a fresh start. When a slight mixup happens with the garage apartment she is renting, she is introduced to the Silver Fox himself, Tobias Rhodes. Grumpy meets sunshine and I loved every second of it.

Aurora’s story goes to show that it is never too late to start over. She is the type of character who makes you strive to be kinder and to show people you love them. This is a masterpiece.

This was VERY, VERY slow. The slowest of slow-burn romances, too. The overall book was just slow, however. It was sweet and written fairly well, but I don't think this author is for me.

This is one of my favorite Mariana Zapata books! Second only to Kulti for me! I love Ora’s journey and I adore Rhodes and his son so much!
Ora and Amos’s friendship is just the sweetest.
I adored the slow burn romance, I mean MZ is just truly the master of the slow burn.

Thank you very much for the opportunity to read this book early! I really enjoyed it. I thought the writing was very well done, and the story kept me interested. I believe my students/patrons would also love this book and will be acquiring it for the library!

“All Rhodes Lead Here” is a novel by Mariana Zapata, a New York Times bestselling author. The book tells the story of Aurora De La Torre, who moves back to Pagosa Springs, Colorado, after breaking up with her longtime musician boyfriend. She is looking for a fresh start and a place to heal her broken heart. Aurora meets her landlord, Tobias Rhodes, who is initially gruff and distrusting of strangers. Over time, they develop an unbreakable friendship that blossoms into a once-in-a-lifetime love.

"All Rhodes Lead Here" by Mariana Zapata is a heartwarming slow-burn romance that explores the themes of healing, friendship, and love when least expected.

The story follows Aurora De La Torre, known as Ora, who returns to Pagosa Springs, Colorado, a place filled with memories of her late mother. After ending her long-term relationship with a famous musician, Ora is seeking a fresh start and healing for her broken heart. Her new home, rented by Amos Rhodes, the teenage son of Tobias Rhodes, becomes her refuge.

Tobias, a protective and gruff man, initially keeps his distance from Ora, wary of strangers. However, as Ora and Amos forge a friendship, she slowly but surely breaks down the walls around Tobias's heart. What begins as an unlikely friendship soon blossoms into a deep and unexpected love.

Mariana Zapata, known for her slow-burn romances, once again excels in crafting a story that allows the characters to develop a genuine connection over time. Readers will appreciate the realistic and gradual nature of the romance, as it builds from friendship to something more profound.

The setting of Pagosa Springs, with its picturesque mountains and small-town charm, adds depth to the story and provides a backdrop for the characters' growth and emotional healing. The secondary characters, especially Amos, play crucial roles in the narrative, enhancing its depth and authenticity.

Zapata's writing is engaging and relatable, drawing readers into the lives and emotions of the characters. The story is a beautiful exploration of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of love. It reminds us that sometimes, when we least expect it, love can mend even the most broken hearts.

"All Rhodes Lead Here" is a delightful romance novel that will resonate with fans of slow-burn love stories. It's a tale of healing, hope, and the unexpected places where love can be found, making it a highly recommended read for anyone seeking a heartwarming and satisfying romance.

I absolutely love this book!! This is actually a re-read for me as I had previously read this book when it first came out a few years back. I was so happy to revisit this story.

When Aurora moves back to the small town she was raised in after a serious heartbreak, she finds herself renting an apartment from a grumpy local who might just be misunderstood . Single father Tobias Rhodes is quiet and protective of his son Amos, and as they both get to know her, Aurora buries her way into both of their lives.

I love love LOVE this book, the growth the Aurora develops in this time after her breakup is shown so beautifully and it is even more beautiful to see that Rhodes is captivated by her and allows her this space to deal with her heartbreak and also her deep rooted grief.

This is also a favorite small town book of mine with just enough of a twist. The story plays out her past storyline into the small town vibes in such a fun way.

I am a big fan of Zapata and the way her characters' relationships develop so slowly but solidly. SLOW BURN FOREVER. I also was so happy to read the bonus content, I LOVE aurora and Rhodes, I could read 500 books about them.

This is one of those books that I will always recommend to just about everyone,

Thank you Netgalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for the ARC of the new republished book.

NOT THE SINGLE DAD TROPE, GRUMPY/SUNSHINE, AGE GAP AND SMALL TOWN TROPES ALL MIXED IN ONE AHHHHHHHHHH

MY FAVORITE

Tobias is the DILF of all DILFS. That grumpy/sunshine trait he has makes me swoon.

Aurora was sweet, the absolute sunshine to his grumpy. She is compassionate and freaking hilarious. She's honestly perfection.

Also this book made me want to go camping and hiking which made me question my sanity.

Mariana Zapata did it again with this one. I don’t love this book quite as much as I loved Kulti and Wall of Winnipeg but it was a good read and a classic slow burn that we expect from her.

So so so excited for this republication of this story. It was wonderful and I am so glad I got to read it as an ebook. The storyline and slow slow slow burn were so worth the 400+ pages. I love this author and she rocked it with this storyline. I also agree that the cover update will help in selling this remake.

This was such a lovely romance book. It was adorable and sweet and also had that emotional connection. It’s a slow burn romance that at times could be a bit too slow but overall I ended up loving it. I’ll definitely be reading more of her books. This was my first book by this author. Four stars

This book made me ugly cry. The romance, the grief, the found family. Everything was so perfect.

This book is about two broken people whose jagged edges fit. Aurora and Rhodes are an amazing example of the fact that people develop different coping mechanisms to make up for the same insecurities. While they both went through life believing that no one would ever want them, Aurora coped with this by becoming whatever she thought people needed. She allowed a man she loved to leech her creativity, passion, and joy for 14 years because she didn’t think she was worth anything more. Rhodes coped by becoming hard and abrasive, accepting that he will never be loved and living his life as an island, with the exception of his unwavering love for his son, Amos. When Aurora appears she carves a space for herself not just in Rhodes’s life, but in Amos’s as well. She fits into their little family, just as they fit into her broken and grief stricken heart. Their love for each other is slow, patient, and kind and it’s everything I could’ve wanted.

ALSO OMG THE BONUS CHAPTER IN THIS EDITION IS EVERYTHING

Thanks so much to Harper Collins for giving me this arc in exchange for my honest review!

if you like mariana zapata’s books, you’ll like this one. it has the same slow-burn formula with a grumpy man that slowly becomes obsessed with the fmc that her other books have. that being said, i did like it. this one has the added flavor of the mmc being a dilf, which i didn’t know i liked, and the midwestern small town vibes were fantastic. the bonus chapter that comes with this publication is also tooth-achingly sweet. a thumbs up.

A book that’s good for the soul!

There are so many things to love about this book - outstanding writing, fabulous characters, slow burn goodness. From the first page, I was drawn in to this journey of loss and love and discovery. You’ll feel this book long after you turn the last page. And for those fans that read the first edition, the bonus content add just the right touch and the perfect ending to a great book!

This was my second book by Mariana Zapata and I love her style! Yes it’s a big book and yes it’s a slow burn - but it’s worth it! This story had such a graceful way of expressing challenging experiences like grief and having to start over and find your identity after loss and a relationship ending. I loved how the relationship between Aurora and Rhodes and his son Amos was established slowly and the quiet moments shared. It gave me a chance to really connect with the characters and enjoy the ride! It’s a story that will stick with me. Thank you to Avon Harper Voyager and NetGalley for the ARC.

Absolutely stunning. I LOVE Mariana's work and am SO EXCTITED she is republishing. The bonus chapter with the proposal was EVERYTHING. I love the trio in this book. They are the cutest family.

Highly recommend!