Carter and Summer

Small town, farm, hunky cowboy people…this series is for you.

Summer lives in NY and writes for a magazine. She’s living the dream. A job she likes, a nice place to live with a view, a wardrobe and shoes to make any woman jealous, etc. She likes to write about real stories, real people that do real work to make a difference. Her next assignment, a week at an organic farm. Very outside her normal but she’s looking forward to it. But with her expensive clothes, and expensive new boots, she’s not quite prepared for what’s ahead..

Carter is one of three boys and runs the family farm. He was in the military and got out a few years back and the farm really helped heal him. Now he has to deal with some city girl for a week and needless to say, he’s not thrilled about it. He is pretty closed off and the last thing he wants to do is be interviewed. But, it could be good for the farm so he goes along with it. But if city girl thinks she’s just going to sit around, she is sorely mistaken. She’s going to learn what it’s like to live on a farm.

Such a great read. The world created is already great and it’s only book one. This town is dreamy. Yes, it’s a small town, and yes everyone knows everyone..and their business, and yes there’s gossip but when push comes to shove, everyone will show up if/when needed. They are a real community that support each other. Summer gets to see a very different side of life and it’s just what she needs. Look forward to Beckett next.
Thank you #NetGalley and #BloomBooks and #LucyScore.

This book reminds me exactly why I love reading Lucy Score books! We have a small town guy Carter who of course is gorgeous and we have the beautiful Summer who is a journalist and doing a piece on Carter’s family farm. It doesn’t take long at all for these two to start catching feelings and then explore where that can lead.

This reminded me of How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days just a bit though that’s only towards the end, which Lucy did a great job with and had me all in my feelings. I’m excited to read the next in this series because this family is just so good and I need to learn about them all.

This is true Lucy Score style - full of heart, humor, and heat. It was charming, the characters were easy to love, and it had plenty of classic Lucy hilarity. I will definitely be reading the rest of this series!

i love lucy so much and all her books!! i love the new cover. this was a short and light read that’s super sweet. i liked the characters as well!

Spicy male female contemporary romance. I loved both main characters and their relationship. Lots of humor and quirky characters along with heartfelt moments. Another fantastic book from Lucy Score.

No More Secrets is the type of comfort read that is perfect for the start of the year. A book to cozy up with on a cold January night, this story was like a warm hug, jam-packed with small-town charm, lovable characters, and so much heart.

Fun, low stakes contemporary romance. Summer Lentz is a magazine journalist who comes to write a story about a gentleman organic farmer. Carter Pierce reluctantly agrees to hosting the writer. Carter is still recovering emotionally from his service in Afghanistan. The farm is his place of healing. It includes therapy horses, organic produce and some other rescue animals. I like that Summer isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty while learning about the farm.

This is a small town where your every step is reported on the town facebook page. Carter has sweet relationships with his two brother’s who I assume will get their own romances in other books. This is adults being adults with a major obstacle being her life is hours away in NYC. I enjoyed the family banter, town gossip and Carter’s mom. Both main characters are easy going and likable.

From what I can see this book was originally self published in 2016 and is not getting a new cover and publisher. I’ve enjoyed the previous books I’ve read from Lucy Score and I enjoyed this one as well. I will look to see if the rest of the series gets a new push as well.

A HUGE thank you to the author, Lucy Score, and the publisher, SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books, for giving me the chance to read and review such a gorgeous book.

It was everything I expected and more!

Hunky Heroes who aren’t intimidated by Strong Heroines—check

Porch roof and robe scene—check

Friends and Family that both meddle and support—check

The last sentence in the fireworks scene in chapter 25 was perfection. The cliffhanger in the middle of chapter 31? Quick! Turn the page! Finally, no review would be complete without a Clementine mention.

#BlueMoon
#NoMoreSecrets
#LucyScore

This romance novel enchants with its heartfelt story and compelling characters, drawing readers into a world of love and passion. The author skillfully weaves together emotion and drama, making it impossible to put down. Its tender moments and unexpected turns leave a lasting impression, making it a must-read for any fan of the genre.

This was cute charming and very romcom coded! It was such an easy read and I really liked how fun the romance was. It wasn’t as good as other Lucy Score works maybe because it was so light and fluffy but I really still enjoyed it and would recommend!

It was a very low angst read. The spicy parts were not exhausting, and I never felt that the main characters were being immature with each other or that their issues were petty. I appreciated that they had real world struggles. I also enjoyed the humor, and the quirky small town setting.

I have enjoyed several of Lucy Score's novels, especially Forever Never and the Knockemout trilogy, but unfortunately No More Secrets fell flat for me. This is one of Score's earlier works, originally self-published in 2016 and now being rereleased by Bramble, and she had good ideas for the plot and story but wasn't able to fully deliver. The premise of the novel - big city journalist falls for the hottie farmer she's spending a week with to interview for a cover story - is intriguing. I enjoyed the Pierce family and loved the quirky town of Blue Moon. Carter and Summer had an instalove connection but their characters and their emotional connection were never fully developed. There's a lot going on with side characters etc that were probably included to set the stage for future books but this unnecessarily took time away from developing the primary couple and the main plot. The secret referenced in the title seemed like an afterthought and should have been teased earlier in the book. Overall, I didn't hate this book. The humor fell flat for me, but perhaps other readers will feel more of a connection to it. Despite my criticisms, this book will likely be well-received by the many Lucy Score enthusiasts and readers looking for a quick small-town romance read may also enjoy it.

A fun romp of a rom-com. Lucy Score isn’t necessarily the most brilliant or original writer, but her stories are absolute fun nonetheless. I absolutely adored the characters, especially the Pierce brothers, and I could definitely see her making a series out of Blue Moon (and please do Lucy!) Summer and Carter could have used some more development behind their characters, as their romance felt rushed and there wasn’t much of a struggle for it, but overall it was a sweet read.

No More Secrets by Lucy Score is a charming story of Carter Pierce, a rugged farmer seeking solitude on his family farm. His plans for peace and quiet are disrupted when journalist Summer Lentz arrives, determined to uncover the stories behind the farm. As secrets unravel and sparks fly, the author writes a heartwarming story that explores love, self discovery, and the unexpected connections that blossom in small town life.

This was such a cute start to a rom com series. I've been a fan of everything of Lucy Score's that I've read, so I can't wait to read what's next for the town of Blue Moon!