this was the perfect goodbye to Inglewild and I cannot wait for everyone to read it.

the little hints we’ve gotten of this couple in previous books come together in this fourth installation so beautifully. when Charlie comes to help run the farm while Stella’s on her honeymoon, he and Nova can no longer ignore their growing attraction to each other. neither wants an actual relationship so they agree to be “business casual” but of course in a town as romantic as theirs….

what can I say? these books never fail to make me tear up because man have the heartstrings been pulled. watching Charlie and Nova, with their ten mile high walls around their hearts, learn to let their guards down and let people love them was really something else. they’re both soooo mirrorball/this is me trying/the archer coded that watching them see and be seen by each other had me in my feelings. for all my people pleasers out there, you have to read this one.

I adored this book. It is hard to pick a favorite in the series when they are all perfection but I think this one is my favorite. The chemistry between Nova and Charlie leapt off the the page. I was kicking and screaming over their banter. Both characters were also really well written, the dual POV really helped to understand their hesitations to be anything more than casual. I did want to scream at them for not realizing sooner that they were perfect together but it made the tension of them figuring out their feelings even better. The spicy scenes really stood out to me in this one, there was so much communication and care that I really loved. I could truly go on forever about how wonderful this book and series are.

charlie and nova are here and I’ll never forget about them. their friends to friends with benefits to oops I don’t think this is casual anymore arc was delicious and I ate this up.

becca self described charlie as a himbo and boy was he perfect. he’s flirty, funny, and such a ray of sunshine. and the adhd rep was stunning. I love seeing myself in neurodivergent characters and charlie was no different. nova is a misunderstood “grump” to charlie’s sunshine and I loved her too. after working tirelessly to make a name for herself, she finally opens up her own tattoo shop. (and I formally request more heavily tattooed tattoo artist fmcs pls.)

their relationship arc was so perfect. friends with benefits is another one of my favs and the tension was 100% there. the sneaking around? so so so good. the phone tree? hilarious. this book was so much fun and I’m going to forever miss inglewild and all of these characters.

thank you so much to berkley romance and netgalley for an arc!

read if you like
✨ small town romance
✨ friends with benefits
✨ best friend’s little sister
✨ sneaking around shenanigans

I've read 2 books in this series already, no idea why I've skipped Mixed Signals but I'll be going back and reading that ASAP!
Charlie and Nova are everything, together and apart. I loved them so much, they had the hot sexual tension, banter and vulnerable moments.
I love the found family that Charlie found in this book, honestly he's such a cinnamon roll and its not something I normally enjoy but I adored him. He deserves all the love he gets from everyone throughout this story. I enjoyed him admitting his honest truth to Nova and coming to terms with his feelings and the way he is because of his father.
Nova is my girl, I related to her in so many ways. Reading her truths made me tear up because I felt them to my core.
I have loved the previous couples in this series but Charlie and Nova are my absolute favourites.
This whole books gives off the feeling of coming home, being warm, fuzzy and familiar and just loveable.
Everyone needs to read this book!!!

"I've taught myself how to be okay with fragments of feeling, but I don't want that with you. I want more than what you've given me. I want to give you more of me too. I love you, Nova girl."

Ahh! The final book in 𝘓𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 is my favorite of the series. It was the perfect ending. I absolutely loved Nova and Charlie and their hilarious banter and bickering, and of course their flirting and chemistry. The small town shenanigans reached a whole new level - I could never get tired of these characters. They are so relatable, funny, and endearing. The way Charlie cared for Nova was perfection, and I really loved how they were both so confident yet vulnerable.

Read/listen if you like:
🌼Opposites Attract
🤍Found Family
🍃One Night
🤍Cinnamon Roll MMC
🌼Small Town
🤍He Falls First
🍃Friends with Benefits
🤍Dual POV
🌼Spice

Thank you to Berkley Pub and NetGalley for this ARC!

This was a lot cuter than I thought it would be. Very fun!
I enjoyed the grumpy sunshine trope. I love a strong female lead too.

Have you ever read a book and it immediately gives you butterflies? Have you ever felt the intensity of the two characters' chemistry within the first paragraph? From the moment I opened this book, I could see the fresh pine trees surrounding me, smell the delicious treats that Layla was baking, and just feel the love oozing from the pages from all the characters that now felt like family.

This book was everything I was hoping for and was the perfect ending to a series that I hold close to my heart. Charlie, with his golden retriever energy, is the epitome of the perfect book boyfriend. His goofy and loveable nature are what draw you to him and flaws and insecurities are what make you fall for him. I’m such a sucker for a strong and independent female lead and Nova was everything and more. She’s fierce yet soft and her personality was the perfect complement to Charlie.

The writing is flawless and the story is both heartwarming and endearing while also being nostalgic. There’s elements of the book that stay true to Lovelight Farms while providing a unique story that can stand alone.

Thank you to NetGalley and Berkley Pub for the ARC

I love this series and I was so excited to read this newest installment.

The Lovelight Farms books are like a cozy hug. I love the characters and the town and how each of their stories are so complex and yet so heartfelt.

Charlie and Nova's story was so tender and funny. They brought a smile to my face with every chapter. Trying to hide their relationship brought a dose of hijinks but they were so caring with each other. I loved learning more about Charlie and Nova through their story.

I loved seeing glimpses of what our other couples are up to, as well as secondary characters around town.

I know we've covered all of the seasons now, but I hope there will be more from Lovelight in the future.

Thank you to Berkley and Netgalley for the ARC of this title!

I have adored the other entries in the Lovelight Farms series and the finale does not disappoint! Charlie is Stella's half-brother who has inserted himself into the town of Inglewild, joining the phone tree, having a lunch date with Caleb's Abuela, getting invites to family dinners at the Porter household. He's disenchanted with his life in New York City and wants to give Stella and Luka the best present he can for their wedding so he takes over the farm for a month while they travel to Italy on their honeymoon. Nova is fiercely independent and getting ready to open Ink & Wild, her tattoo studio. One day she and Charlie stop dancing around their attraction and flirtation and start hooking up. It's supposed to be one time but it isn't of course. Despite the fact that they get hot and heavy by like the 35% mark, there's still a lot of plot and development for both of them to go on to self-actualize and commit to each other in the relationship. I'd also say this doesn't really have a 3rd act breakup, just a 3rd act where they're apart until they are not. :) B.K. Borison manages to write stories that are so descriptive with characters that come off the page and strike just the right balance of tender, hot, sexy and sweet. I laughed, I cried, and I fanned myself.

What a great way to end the series. I cannot wait to read what she has in store next.

Read if you like the following: one-night stand to scratch an itch but turns to more, small town vibes, a hero who will do anything to please (which is a good thing in the bedroom but something he's got to work on outside), found family, a heroine who is independent and we love her for that but also it's okay to ask for help, caretaking scenes, laughing out loud at small town meddling, ADHD deep dives and business plans.

Representation: chronic migranes, ADHD

Business Casual is a satisfying and banging conclusion to the Lovelight series.


There is always a sweet bitterness when you finish the final book in a series, especially one that you have come to love. The Lovelight series has been an enjoyable and addictive romp, and I would highly recommend it to any romance bookworm looking to sink their teeth in a small-town romance. We have met both Charlie and Nova in previous books in this series. Charlie was particularly enduring right from the moment he popped on the page. If you love your heroes to be big old cinnamon rolls, then Charlie is your man. This book starts at Stella and Luka’s wedding (the MCs from the first book in the series), with a very stressed-out Nova and a goofy yet overworked Charlie. Nova is weeks away from opening her tattoo shop, and Charlie has volunteered to help around the farm while Stella and Luka go on a much-needed honeymoon. I really enjoyed this story. Charlie and Nova have some intense chemistry, and with Charlie being a big old flirt and Nova not taking any of his flirty bs, it made for some sharp, fun, and witty banter, which was catnip for my soul. The banter between Charlie and Nova just scratched that romance itch. Fans of this series will love being able to hang out with characters from past books and get to check in and see how they are doing. It gives you the feeling that you are catching up with old friends. The town of Inglewild is just as charming and quirky as I expected it to be. BK really knows how to capture that small-town essence and weave it into an unforgettable romance.

Nova and Charlie are wonderful MCs and it was great getting to spend more time with them. Charlie has always been this soft and goofy character and always goes around like he doesn’t have a care in the world. But as a reader I sensed that there was more lurking underneath that carefree loveable attitude. Peeling back those layers and getting to know Charlie better was heartwarming and even a little heart-wrenching at times. Charlie is such a good soul that you just want good things for him. You want him to find his fated mate and get that HEA that he so deserves. His character has so much depth, and his growth near the end of the book had me standing up and cheering for him. Nova is the more prickly and more guarded with her heart. She has put a lot of pressure on herself. She is reluctant to ask for help and wants to prove to the world, especially her brother Beckett (MC from the second book), that she can open her shop. Her relationship with Beckett was sweet, and Nova’s feelings about making Beckett proud of her were completely understandable.

The romance was hot! Nova and Charlie aren’t looking for love and have no interest in being in a relationship. But they both cannot deny that there are some series sparks flying between them. So, they agreed to have a one-night stand to get each other out of their systems. As you can imagine, one time isn’t going to be enough for them, so they decide to have a friends-with-benefits relationship, which, of course, is going to turn into something more. The sex in this book is on fire. The chemistry between Nova and Charlie was off the charts when they weren’t in the bedroom, so you can imagine how spicey and intense the sex was between these two. Besides all the spicey time, there is this really fun and special connection between these two. They have some pretty quick and meaningful moments where you could just see that connection grow stronger. Their relationship has its bumps, mainly because these two dummies are unwilling to admit that there is more going on between them, creating misunderstandings that cause bumps in their relationship. I love being on their journey and watching them get that HEA that they deserve.

Fans of one-night stands, friends with benefits, cinnamon roll heroes, small-town romances, and secret relationships will love this book.

Business Causally is a swoonastic conclusion to an unforgettable series.

Business Casual is the fourth and (at least for now) final installment in the Lovelight series. I have lived each of these books and Business Casual is another wonderful addition. This is Nova and Charlie's story. Nova is opening her tattoo story and Charlie is covering for Stella and Luka while they honeymoon, and the two of them decide this seems like the right time to try a quick one-night-stand and see if it gets things out of their systems. When it doesn't, they both have to decide what that means for them, especially as Charlie is heading back to his life in New York City very soon. Just like the other stories in this series, this was romantic and emotional, heartwarming to watch Nove and Charlie grow both as individuals and in their capacity as a couple. I absolutely adored this series and can't wait to see what Borison writes next.

I hope the Lovelight Series continues forever, allowing readers to savor more of its extra sweet, swoon-worthy, delicious romance delights! Every time I start a new book in the series, I tell myself that it can't possibly exceed the others, only to realize I couldn't be more wrong. The characters in the series and their heartfelt love stories not only warm my heart but also create an urgent craving to transport into the story and become one of the Lovelight Farm characters for a life of long, peaceful happiness. This series is like a song devoted to healing your soul and a recipe for a permanent smile.

The combination of reverse grumpy meets sunshine, opposites attract, friends with benefits, and friends to lovers tropes forms a secret formula that makes this book extra entertaining, addictive, steamy, but surprisingly sentimental and genuine, just like the other books in the series.

Charlie impressively embodies a reincarnated golden retriever in human form, while his partner Nova Porter is more like a cougar or black cat who likes to show her claws, hiding behind a brooding face, sassy comments, and a rough facade to protect her heart. She's a talented tattoo artist, the youngest of four siblings, which makes her the baby of the family. She's sick of her siblings’ protective attitudes around her and is the founder of her own tattoo shop business.

I couldn't give this book less than five stars! This series is the definition of devoted addiction. If you google “swoon-worthy,” only this series' name appears on your screen. I cannot get enough of them.

Oh, I'm so sad this is the end to Lovelight Farms. Reading it was bittersweet knowing we wouldn't be getting more once this chapter was closed. I love these books so much and just want to live with these characters. I found myself smiling the whole time I was reading it. It made me so giddy. I love how hard Charlie fell from the very beginning, and I couldn't even count how many times I lol'd at his comebacks and quips. I'm in love with all of the men at Lovelight Farms, actually.
Thank you Net Galley and Berkley for the opportunity to read this book in advance in exchange for my honest review

As a FWB to lovers hater, B.K. Borison has proved once again that she can turn write any trope and make me love it!

Charlie and Nova’s relationship development and individual character arcs were a delight to read! There was a perfect combination and balance of spice and romance that didn’t feel forced rather it felt natural and cohesive. One aspect that I find is a large con of FWB to lovers is how the author portrays the romance aspect as superficial, but Borison manages to capture the adoration and affection within a physical relationship that develops into romantic.

All in all, B.K. Borison can do no wrong in my eyes!

Business Casual by B. K. Borison 💚
Lovelight, Book 4
Interconnected Standalone

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Adult • Romance
ARC Review
384 pages
🗓️ July 16

🚜 romcom
💚 small town romance
🚜 fling to more
💚 opposites attract
🚜 friends to lovers
💚 found family
🚜 golden retriever MMC
💚 he falls first
🚜 no 3rd act breakup

📌“She looks like she could eat me alive. I f****** love it.”

📌“Sometimes I think you’re the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen.”

📌“I take up too much space, I want to tell her. I’m loud and sometimes I don’t know how to stop talking. I’m a lot and I know that. I can’t figure out how to make myself fit, but I’m trying. I promise I’m trying.”

📌“You noticed.”
“I always notice you, Nova girl.”

And this, my friends, is how you write a fling to more. How you write a “I’m not looking for a relationship” to “I can’t let you go.” This! This the blueprint and just like Charlie, I don’t feel that deserving of this piece of literary chocolate cake. 🥹

In a scale of 1 to 10, I love Nova a billion.
I understood her struggles so well. I loved seeing her with Beckett. But most of all, I loved how being with Charlie made her more herself.

And Charlie, you sweet, sweet man. We all saw how he was with Stella (don’t even get me started on those two. I’m still hearts, rainbows and sunshine). Thoughtful, caring, brotherly. But seeing him fall… goodness, I almost felt like I was intruding on private moments not meant for my eyes 😭

Charlie with his bolstering personality.
Charlie with his insecure heart.
Some might say they’re contrary. But I see them as two sides of the same coin.

Don’t hide from me. - ah, Nova. You saw Charlie but you also saw so much more.

Thank you so much @authorbkborison @netgalley and @berkleypub for this eARC. I’m going to miss this farm a whole lot 😭

Business Casual is the fourth book of the Lovelight series of interconnected standalones. Charlie and Nova melted my heart! They decide to have a one night stand to get the other out of their system. Except it didn’t work out that way. They neither one want a relationship and Charlie knows he is only in town for a short time before he heads back to NYC to his corporate job. I loved the angst and tension with both of them fighting their feelings but are so drawn to each other. I loved the banter and little jokes between them that showed that they were growing to be more than lovers. I also loved how involved everyone in town is and getting more of the characters from the other books in the series. I’m sad to say goodbye to these amazing characters that I haven’t read yet grown to love but I’m excited to see what else this author brings us!

Nova is stressed and needs to blow off some steam. She is getting ready to open her studio and the stress is overwhelming. Flirtatious Charlie with his sharp business suits, fancy watch and handsome face might be just what she needs. A no strings attached night of passion is just what she needs. He doesn’t even live in town, so what is the harm? Unfortunately for Nova she is unaware that Charlie has agreed to stay in town to help out at Lovelight Farms for the next few weeks. will these two be able to keep it casual without catching feelings?

This is the final installment for the Lovelight Series. I have really enjoyed the series and I am sorry to see it end. This story definitely ended the series on a high note. This was one of my favorites in the series. Nova and Charlie were great characters their banter and chemistry were fantastic!!

Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review

4 ⭐️

5⭐️ I truly could not get enough of this book. I was sneaking pages in every chance I could and never wanted this book to end.

Charlie is the golden retriever & sunshine we all want in a book boyfriend. I could feel his flirtation in the pages and the tension was top notch. I wasn’t sure if I would love Nova as she is 10000% my opposite but this book just works. It’s so cute & fun & spicy.

This was an advanced read copy I received through Netgalley so it’s not going to be officially published until July 16, 2024! But this is my honest review!

Add this book to your to read list, I promise you won’t regret it! & then let me know what you thought!

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Brother’s Friend/Friend’s Little Sister, Opposites Attract, Friends w/Benefits Romance!

I have LOVED every single book in this series and this one was no different. I wish I could actually visit Lovelight Farms and meet these people. 5 STARS all the way for me! I was absolutely smitten with Nova and Charlie.

These two had me hooked with their banter and chemistry. It all starts with Stella and Luka’s wedding (swoon!) and an invitation for a one night stand that goes horribly wrong. Nova wants nothing more than to avoid Charlie but he will not be ignored. Charlie was so devoted to the farm, the town and Nova. Could he be any sweeter? Every single book boyfriend has been better than the last in this series. I adore them all!

Obviously one night was NOT all they needed. It was just the beginning. The steam was so good, the banter had me cracking up and the chemistry was blush inducing. The way the entire town was invested in their relationship - I felt seen. I was one of them.

A wonderful end to a series that I wish had no end. I will honestly miss Lovelight Farms!

Going into this book, I did not realize it was part of a series. I believe it still makes a good stand-alone, but for me I think I would have connected to it and the characters more if I had read the other books first. I'm off to add them to my list. I still highly recommend for all those romance lovers out there!