This was as fun as a Hallmark movie. A great read when you are looking for an uplifting romance for any time of year.

This was a great read. These characters were the sassiest ones I’ve read lately. Loved it and highly recommend

Let me start by saying I love the cover of this book and all the beautiful pastel colours.

This book was a very easy read, one that makes you want to curl up with a cuppa and just submerge yourself in to small town life. Ivy Falls has me invested and I so wanted to be part of the community. To salvage her life, and her reputation, Torran Wright sets her sights on restoring one of her small town’s beloved historic homes. She’s sure the place is hers until her old high school boyfriend appears after a ten-year disappearing act and bids the house out from under her. The chemistry between Terran and Beck was immediate, and in my opinion little too fast, I like a slow burn romance but I guess it is a second change romance.

I think it should be said that this book contains some trigger warnings including grief, addiction and cancer to name but a few, but the topics are deal with in a sensitive way.

I am definitely hoping that we get to visit Ivy Falls again and find out what is going on with the town and its residents.

Thank you to NetGalley and CAEZIK Romance for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Meet Me in Ivy Falls is an utterly delightful small-town romance that stole my heart from the very beginning. Sarah Ready once again delivers a charming, feel-good story filled with warmth, humor, and unforgettable characters. Ivy Falls is a place you’ll wish you could visit, with its tight-knit community and picturesque backdrop.

The story revolves around two beautifully flawed characters—each dealing with their pasts—who are brought together in unexpected ways. Ready’s writing is full of wit and emotion, making the romance between the main characters feel organic and deeply relatable. Their chemistry is undeniable, and watching them navigate the ups and downs of life and love was both heartwarming and, at times, laugh-out-loud funny.

The supporting cast in Ivy Falls adds even more depth to the story, each bringing their own charm to the town and to the plot. Ready expertly balances romance with themes of family, self-discovery, and healing, creating a book that’s as touching as it is entertaining.

Overall, Meet Me in Ivy Falls is a captivating read that’s perfect for anyone who loves cozy small-town romances with heart and humor. Sarah Ready has created a gem with this one!

A big thank you to Amy True, NetGalley, and Canelo for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

thank you publisher for this arc read in exchange for an honest review!

unfortunately this was a miss for me. the premise was charming and I was hopeful for this second chance romance. however I felt for me the story fell flat. I had a really difficult time getting engaged in this book. both main characters felt one dimensional and I found the pacing to be awkward.

while I however, appreciated the representation of grief, addiction, and trauma, I felt as though the topics were handled in such an unrealistic and unhealthy way.

This was a much heavier read than I anticipated, so don’t let the adorable cover fool you! I was hooked from the beginning and loved the small town and nostalgic vibes. I also love home renovation, historic homes, and that the FMC had her own contracting company (because so do I!) so I enjoyed the premise, too. Torran and Beck were childhood sweethearts, but the way they ended caused Torran to despise Beck. So she isn’t too happy when he ends up back in their hometown, and especially the reason for it. I always love a second chance romance, and the chemistry, banter, and tension between them were on point!

This book also gives off major Stars Hollow vibes for all the Gilmore Girls lovers out there 🥰 I’m excited to see what’s next in this series.

Thank you NetGalley and Atria books for the ARC!

First of all, thank you NetGalley for giving me an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Set in the small Tennessee town of Ivy Falls, this second chance romance, dual POV held a lot of touching moments and I was so happy with the flow while reading. Beck and Torren held some amazing banter and the back and forth between them helped to fuel the slow burn this book created for them.

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📚Meet me in Ivy Falls by Amy True

Thanks to @netgalley , the author, and the publishers for providing me with the e-ARC of this book💕

My Rating : ⭐⭐⭐.75/5

My review💌 : It's a cute book to read about small town and second chance romance. The characters are full of life with their banter and cozy vibes. It shows how love can overcome grief and past hurtful feelings and blossom into something so beautiful.

I enjoyed the book till about 60% but then it just became repetitive and felt like being dragging out longer than necessary. But I loved the book nonetheless💕

Set in the small historic town of Ivy Falls in Tennessee, Torran is working with her business partner Manny on restoring the beautiful old houses of the town. But she's been met with some resistance from the local council who would rather sell the old properties to developers and bring in some much need cash to the area. Torran doesn't help herself when she's filmed cursing the town after having tripped on a rug, hit a ladder and had a tin of paint fall over her head. Unfortunately for her, the video goes viral and now most of the town seems to be against her, but she holds her head up high and gets on with things.

When a beautiful old house on Huckleberry Lane comes up for auction, Torran is determined to buy it and restore it to it's original 1890's glory. But she's outbid by someone she hasn't seen in 10yrs - the same someone who broke her heart when she was 17. She doesn't know why Beck is back but she's determined to keep him out of her life.

Beck realises the state the house is in after the previous tenants left behind a wake of destruction - sledgehammers through walls, cabinets torn down, sinks smashed and concrete poured down all the plugholes. The house smells like a rubbish tip crossed with a cesspit and after falling through the roof he realises he needs Torran's help. It also gives him a convenient excuse to spend time with her and maybe, just maybe, win her back.

Beck is a lovable character, yes he left Torran when he was a kid but he had a pretty good reason really but it's also understandable why Torran is angry and hurt. He never told her what happened back then or why he pushed her away and took away her choice to decide if she still wanted to love him and be with him after what he had been through. Torran is dealing with her own grief after her mother died and she uses this as an excuse to push people in her life away. It takes her sister and Manny using some tough love on her that finally makes her see that while she's grieving, she's not the only one and that everyone's grief looks different. She can't expect everyone to be like her. I think she could have used the tough love a little earlier on in the story instead of just being allowed to shut people out, it made her seem selfish.

The story is told in dual POV which is my favourite way to read a romance novel! The story also set up the next romances to come in Ivy Falls so I'm looking forward to reading about the next couple in the series who I'm guessing will be Tessa and Manny. I also hope Piper (Beck's sister) finds her own happiness and my guess is it will be with Beck's business partner but we'll have to wait and see on that one/

Thanks to NetGalley and Canelo for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

Meet me in Ivy Falls is a heartwarming and wholesome small-town love story that beautifully blends romance, personal growth, and second chances.
The novel introduces Torran as a refreshing protagonist in the contracting world, offering a unique perspective. The cozy atmosphere, a tight-knit community where gossips and mutual support abound, reminded me so much of Gilmore Girls.
It was only after I finished reading the book that I noticed the author also mentioned this show as her inspiration, even taking a scene from it that feels like the town’s meeting scene. @amytrue, please tell me if I’m right! 🫣

However, the constant character justifications—“I’m doing this because…”—felt repetitive, and the trope of mutual understanding stemming from parental loss has become quite common.
The story was narrated from multi-point-of-view which is always a plus for me. But it could have been enhanced by giving each character a distinct voice to avoid confusion.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC.

I absolutely enjoyed this dual POV romance book more than i thought i would.
do i know anything about fixing things up? absolutely not.
do i share actually similarities with the character? no i don't.
but that didn't stop me from enjoying the book.

rating it 5 stars.

Thank you very much to NetGalley for the opportunity to receive an ARC copy!

This book really made me want to curl up on a rainy/foggy/snowy day with some tea and just enjoy the vibes of the story!! I love a story where I am transported into a small town. The travel FOMO really got me here.

If you are in the mood for a second chance romance, small town vibes, family drama, save the day energy then look no further! Cannot wait for the remainder of the series.

This book gave me the feels! You will laugh and cry during reading! Super cute and adorable. If you are anything like me and live for a feel-good small-town romance, pick this one up and give it a go! I definitely got Hallmark vibes. You get second chances with Torran and Beck. Ivy Falls was giving Gilmore Girls. You can't help but root for the MCs and enjoy the banter between them. Don't forget about the family drama and support throughout the book. This was my first book read by Amy True, however, I will be reading more and look forward to more Ivy Falls settings and storylines!

If you are looking for a small town romance in a sleepy Stars Hallow vibes set in Tennessee, you definitely found your book!

This books is a second chance and enemies to lovers romance.

Inside this small town romance, we follow Beck and Torren as they deal with life, love, and restoring the best parts of Ivy Falls.

I liked this book however, I felt that there could have been more tension between the two as they came together a little too quickly but if you aren’t someone who likes a slow burn and wants them to get at it, this could be for you!

Thank you to the author and the publisher for gifting me a copy of this book via NetGalley.

This was a cute story and very emotional. I enjoyed Beck and Torran's banter and the slow burn of realizing they are meant to be. Thank you for allowing me to read and review this ARC

ARC Review: Meet Me Ivy Falls

Rating: 3.5/5 Stars

If you are looking for a small town romance in a sleepy Stars Hallow vibes set in Tennessee, you definitely found your book!

This books is a second chance, sorta enemies to lovers vibes as they butt heads before the come back together!

Inside this small town romance, we follow Beck and Torren as they deal with life, love, and restoring the best parts of Ivy Falls.

Daughter of the town’s mayor, Torren Wright is trying to keep the magic alive inside this small town and stop outside builders from tearing down every single historic building and house in their small town. After a slight embarrassing moment on tv in which Torren curses the town and everyone in it, her reputation in town is not exactly a good one. After her mother died, she promised her that she would keep going to make it right.

Beck Townsend, first love of Torren and the bane of her existence, has come back in town when his family home is up for sale in an auction. He has been running from his problems for quite some time now and he’s learning that you can’t run forever.

I liked this book however, I felt that there could have been more tension between the two as they came together a little too quickly but if you aren’t someone who likes a slow burn and wants them to get at it, this could be for you!

Thank you to the author and the publisher for gifting me a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange of an honest review. All opinions are my own.

This book started off so much fun. I loved the characters and the small-town vibes. But about halfway through the book the story started to drag. It was ok, but I liked the first half more than the second half.

Dnf iat 47 %

This book started off very cozy small town-vibe and I really enjoyed the atmosphere that was around Ivy Falls. But then it became very slow and boring. I felt like nothing happened at all and the story kept dragging. Unfortunately I decided to dnf this one.

A second-chance romance in a small town set in the southern United States. Wonderful chemistry and prolonged grief make for an interesting read that doesn't seem too far fetched.

Torran is a contractor who specializes in restoring her hometown's oldest houses. When the opportunity to restore her long-lost love's old home, she knows she has to be the one to restore it. However, when said love, Beck, returns and buys the house out from under her, her dreams are shattered. Can she work with him to restore the house after everything he put her through? Are their feelings going to get in the way of her success?

Beck wants his parents' old home to honor his parents and hopefully fix his sister's addiction problems. But the project quickly becomes more than he knew he was signing up for and unexpected obstacles appear at every corner. In addition, his feelings for Torran never left and he's willing to put in the work for her dreams in an attempt to win her over. Their relationship is rocky, full of tension, and gut-wrenching at times. But watching the two of them work through their own grief as the work on the house and each other is a real treat.

**Thank you to NetGalley and Canelo for access to this title in exchange for an honest review**

As soon as I read the synopsis for Meet Me in Ivy Falls I knew I had to read it, it was everything I adore, childhood sweethearts, broken hearts, second chances and small towns, what’s not to love, well after reading this I can confirm nothing, I loved every moment of this book abd really didn’t want to put it down when pesky work got in the way.

I loved that the book had dual POVs because I always love to know what other characters are thinking or feeling, I’m so made up when I get an extra point of view. Torran and Becks chemistry is electric, I loved I could feel their love for each other still lingering at the very start and I really enjoyed watching their relationship flourish and blossom, as well as their characters developing across the story.

If you’re looking for a wonderful second chance story, With frenemies, childhood sweethearts and lovely story written with heart, Meet Me in Ivy Falls is the book you’ve been looking for.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.