First and foremost as always thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the advanced copy of this book. Second chance love stories always get me in the feels. The reason they split the first time and then coming back to find each other? Ugh, when written right, really gets you in the feels! This was an incredibly good read! The story was beautifully written and the characters were flushed out really well! Definitely worth the read!

Another great Sophie Sullivan book! In this one, we meet Jillian and Levi. Two people who are friends, but wishing for more. Levi returns to his small town after making it as a successful chef, ready for love and new business ventures. Jillian recently has come home, following a messy divorce, now trying to navigate life as a single mom. They once were friends, now they both realise their feelings for each other all those years ago never went away. Sophie’s books always make me feel cozy, this book was no exception. Overall, I really liked it!

I really enjoyed this, it was such a sweet love story with a lot of substance. I really loved the characters as well as the setting. Small towns and small families always make me happy in books and this really nailed both. I cannot wait to read more from this author, this was so cozy!

4.5/5 🌟

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for this ARC!

I love a good Sophie Sullivan book and this one did not disappoint! It read like a solid romance movie and the tropes featured were written with a desired 'smoothness'. I am not the biggest fan of the single-mom trope but I did not mind it so much in this book, partially because of the MMC and because I love Sophie Sullivan.

I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Jillian is living with her parents and working with her brothers when her long-time crush and brother’s best friend returns to town. It does not take long for Levi and Jillian to have sparks fly. Levi is even enamored with Jilly’s daughter. But romance can be hard when one in the pair is afraid to open up to love. The town is a delightful added ambiance and the side characters add a lot of humor to the story.

I did not read the book about Jilly’s brother and his partner but it was not really needed. I found myself really enjoying this one. I would read more from this author!

Thank you to Net Galley, St. Martin’s Press, and St. Martin’s Griffin for the DRC. All opinions are my own.

4/5

Get Lost with You by Sophie Sullivan, book two in the Rock Bottom Love series, is an enjoyable, heartwarming, emotional, small town, second-chance romance. Levi is a chef returning home to Smile to help his dad after a surgery and put down some roots. Jilian is a single mom to Ollie, a jerk for an ex-husband, and sister to Beckett and Grayson, from the first book, helping them with the Get Lost resort in Smile, Michigan. Levi and Jilly had crushes on each other growing up but nothing came of it thanks to a two year age gap, he being her brother’s best friend and his leaving for culinary school out east. Seeing Levi back in Smile affects her more than she expected; the walls around her heart are crumbling. Talking, getting reacquainted allows them to both realize they still have feelings for each other. Levi fears that he could ruin their friendship so he is comfortable taking things slowly; knowing Jilly was deeply hurt by her ex-husband and needs to learn she can trust him. Levi also doesn't want to hurt her daughter either as he builds a relationship with Ollie.

Shortly after they finally define that they are in a relationship, several big changes are looming; especially the fact her ex-husband tries to come back into her life. Jilly is unable yo handle all of the changes at once and wants to protect her daughter from being hurt. She will have to decide whether to stay together with Levi, or end the relationship for good. She will also need to determine how to handle all of the changes coming her way; possibly willing to accept the support her family offers.

The love story of Jillian and Levi is heartwarming and tender, with a wonderful cast of secondary characters that you will fall in love with, and Jilly's close-knit family gives lots of cozy vibes. The town of Smile lives up to its name, and its residents can sometimes be grumpy but mostly endearing. Jilly and Levi were perfect for each other as was the way Ollie and he got along. I cannot wait to return to Smile for Grayson’s story; hopefully one for Lainey too.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
#NetGalley #StMartinsPress #GetLostWithYou

Thank you to NetGalley, Sophie Sullivan, and St. Martin's Press for a free ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!

The Plot:
Jillian is back in Smile, Michigan with her daughter, Ollie, working at her brother's lodge.
Levi is back in town looking for his original roots after taking on the big city as a talented chef.
In high school, they both had crushes on each other, but when Jillian made a move, it didn't end the best.
Now they're adults and that spark is still there.

My Thoughts:
Overall, I thought this book would have a bit more conflict. The romance was cute and I always like when characters can just be honest about their attraction. This read more as a slice of life for me. It was too perfect and happy too often. There's an ex-husband character that's mentioned for a few pages, but that resolves itself quick and the third act breakup felt forced. I think it should have just stayed a happy, cozy, slice of life and I would have added a star.

4⭐
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Tropes/Themes: Single mom, coming home, it’s always been you, second chance, fade to black, small town
Dual POV 3rd person

Sophie Sullivan has done it again! This feel-good story is so sweet and swoony and such a good read. It is important to know this is the second book in a series (which, again, I didn’t pay attention to lol) and while it’s mostly a standalone and I didn’t feel too lost, it’s probably best to read the first book before this one.

I really love how Sullivan brings her characters to life- you really feel immersed in their world. Like I was ready to pack up and move to the island. The chemistry between Levi and Jilly was perfect and the supporting characters were just…perfect. I feel like I’m being vague and cliche but I kept thinking about how I wanted to go back and read the first book because I wanted to know more of their stories.

The only complaint I have is the reason for Levi’s conflict with his dad was not clear. Even after his mom explained it to him I still felt like I was missing something.

Jilly and her daughter Ollie have made themselves at home again in Smile over the last few years, living with her parents and working at the family lodge. She’s learned to take charge of her own life and to do things for herself because her past romantic relationship let her down in ways she thinks she’ll never recover from. Levi Bright returns to Smile to help his recuperating father, and instantly reconnects with the Keller family. His teenage crush on Jilly resurfaces in a big way and now that they’re adults, pursuing a relationship with her and getting to know her daughter is something he can’t stop thinking about. If only Jilly would open her heart to love again and let Levi show her that their history and friendship and burgeoning love could give her a happily ever after she never expected in her life again.

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This book made me smile, laugh, cry, and kick my feet with giddiness. I ended it feeling like my heart was full. What a lovely story. It was incredibly sweet and fun and flirty. I looove when two adults that have already lived a bit of life find each other again. Jilly and Levi have great communication and are gentle with each other’s feelings. This book had a lot of really nostalgic “coming home” vibes to it. Small and loving communities, friends and family nearby, everyone knowing your business but loving you…it was what Levi wanted for himself after being away so long and it’s what made the book extra special.

Thank you to Sophie Sullivan, St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for an advance eARC of this book for review.

I enjoyed this sweet and sweet romance and would recommend! Thank you so much to Netgalley, St. Martin’s Griffin, and Sophie Sullivan for an arc of this book!
This was a cute and lighthearted read that i had fun with. i loved the setting of the small town and camp lodge. some parts of the setting kind of reminded me of Canada and then i found out that the author’s actually a fellow Canadian!
Overall, I enjoyed the story, but however, I found the plot and characters to be lacking at times. I think we could have used more depth and angst to create something more. I did enjoy the themes of embracing change and not being afraid of it.
I loved Levi’s character. the fact that he is a chef and is good with kids did it for me. he was patient with jillian and waited for her, and showed how he would be there no matter what, which was sweet!
i thought the childhood-friends-to-lovers trope was well done and i enjoyed how our two main characters learned to lean on each other eventually. i wish it could have been a little more of a slow burn though; i just feel like their relationship moved unrealistically fast. like i feel like they could’ve spent more time to get to know each other again, but it seemed like they already did bc they were childhood friends, except it’s been years since then. but the proposal with the note was adorable :)

I thought the book was very cute and heartwarming. I think there are a lot of readers out there who will adore it. I admit, I hated that the town/island was named Smile. However, I sure wanted to live there.

This is a fun second chance romance. The characters are fun - all of them. I loved both Jill and Levi. I enjoyed every moment of the book. It was a feel good story. Each story set her makes me want to visit! I really like the author's style of writing. Her stories have a lot of heart and are infused with the right amount of humor. I received an advance copy from NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review.

This one was a sweet low angst romance. I loved the small town vibes of it and I’m a sucker for a big family and strong family dynamics. I felt like the romance was a little fast for me. I know this is technically a second chance and both characters are in their 30s and aren’t looking to waste time, but it just felt like it moved A bit fast. But overall a fine romance.

Content Warnings: divorce, strained relationship with parent
Fade to Black

Happy pub day to this wonderful book! It was everything I’ve come to love and expect from Sophie Sullivan. This time, it was a second chance romance with a single mom. I loved the missed chance between Jillian and Levi when they were teens and the feeling of rekindling now that they’re adults. There was lots of maturity, sweetness, and confidence that comes from being older. I loved all the yummy cooking, being back in Smile, and seeing all the Keller siblings. I thought the third act conflict was done so well and with such tender care. She really honored each of her characters as they struggled to figure out the right thing. This also had a great exploration of parental expectations and disappointments. The romance is swoony, and I can't wait for what she writes next!

4⭐️ This was cute. If you like single mom, brother’s best friend, second chance, meddling family, and healing from past hurt. Available today!!!

Synopsis:
Jilly is finally living life with happiness and opportunities she’s always wanted. With the help of her brother, she is working at Get Lost Lodge. She has plans to help make the lodge better and profitable.

Levi has returned home to Smile with plans to open a food truck. His biggest hindrance is that some people seem to not believe he back for good.

Sparks start to fly between Jilly and Levi. They can’t deny the opportunity for a second chance. But Jilly is still hurting from her ex. And Levi need to prove he’s home to stay and give Jilly and her daughter what they need.

Thank you to @netgalley @authorsophiesullivan and @stmartinspress for the advanced reader copy. Truly a beautiful story of second chances and healing. #netgalley #getlostwithyou #sophiesullivan #advancedreadercopy #arcreader #releaseday #bookstagram

Sophie Sullivan has done it again with another fantastic book!!
Get Lost with You by Sophie Sullivan was such a beautifully written love story.
A small town, second chance romance
I love how Sophie always creates such a lovely, heartwarming tale.
She expertly plots a wonderful tale of romance, emotions, and family relationships. I fell in love with all the engaging characters.
The characters are endearing, and they have great moments of banter, providing moments of genuine humor.
Could not put the book down once I began reading.
I adored book two in the Rock Bottom Love Series!
My sixth novel read by her and I can confidently say that she never disappoints and is truly a favorite romance writer of mine!
I can’t wait for a third!

I would like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the opportunity to read this ahead of its publication date in return for my honest review.

This book sadly didn’t do it for me.. I couldn’t quite buy the insta love from a brief childhood crush. I needed more chemistry building to buy into their love story.

Thank you St. Martin’s Press and Sophie Sullivan for this eARC in exchange for an honest review!
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This was such a sweet story to get to read! It follows single mom Jillian Keller who is focusing on her daughter Ollie and the opening of her brother’s new wilderness resort, Get Lost Lodge. And though she’s content, she misses the feeling of sharing her life with someone else.

Cue Levi Bright.

Levi has just moved back to his hometown of Smiles and is ready to set some roots down after being away in the big city when he left to pursue his dream of being a chef. When he spots Jilly, his childhood best friend’s little sister that he’s had a thing for since they were kids, he realizes those feelings never went away. And apparently it’s the exact same for Jilly.

We get to explore their lives coming together, but with some obstacles as Jillian is cautious with not only her heart after a nasty divorce, but also with the life of her daughter. And Levi wants nothing more than to be happy with both Jillian and Ollie.

I enjoyed this story so much. I’m not a parent myself, but it really touches your heart on how much a mom really does to ensure their children have a good life. I loved getting to see her do something for herself and healing in a way that I’m sure is not easy. And Levi was such a wonderful guy to help her with that. He was patient, caring and understanding! The absolute perfect book boyfriend! ❤️

I enjoyed a lot of things about this one! From the small town setting to the lovable family, this was a lovely romance!

I enjoyed the history between the main characters and the way it created a quick path for them to come together in the present day. I think some would call it insta love but it felt appropriate for the story in my opinion!

The conflict wan’t my favorite but it made sense in this story so I can’t fault that! I wanted a bit more angst in the plot but generally this was a lighthearted and fun read!

This is an entertaining, second chance, contemporary small-town romance novel. I really enjoyed Jilly and Levi's story. The characters were very likable and the romance was sweet.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Griffin for providing this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.