This was my first BK Borison novel, but it won't be my last. I loved the 90s romcom feel of this and picked up on the Sleepless in Seattle vibes easily, but I didn't have to know that story to enjoy this one. Aiden and Lucie have great chemistry, and I giggled and couldn't sit still reading it. It captured that essence of falling in love so well.

This was a fun read!

I enjoyed watching these characters get to know each other and form a real connection. I expected Lucie's daughter to be a larger part of the story, but she kind of conveniently was always gone or with her dads.

I don't think I fully understood why the main male character kept saying that he couldn't be with Lucie aside from being scared because his mom had cancer? That felt a bit less flushed out, but I did still finish this book in 2 days so clearly I still enjoyed it!

3.5 stars rounded up

I swear, no one does a slow burn quite like BK Borison. The yearning? The banter? The chemistry? Just, wow. The way I wanted our two main characters to juST KISS ALREADY within the first chapter was alarming, but in the most delicious way. I have to admit, I might be a little bit biased considering I am a HUGE fan of this author, however, I would have devoured every morsel of this book regardless of who wrote it -- it is THAT. GOOD. If you're a romance reader who hasn't picked this one up yet, what are you waiting for??

I want to live in B.K. Borison's brain. She just gets me.

Aiden and Lucie's story was filled with the kind of angst and pining that everyone needs in a good contemporary romance. I devoured this book and can't wait for the next.

ARC REVIEW: Thank you to Netgalley, Berkley Romance, and B.K. Borison my e-arc copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

From start to finish I absolutely loved this book. The meet cute? Obsessed. All their little moments? Top tier. This book gives you everything you could want and more. Likable characters with interesting dynamics. Slow burn tension where you’re begging them to just open their eyes already! The fun and playfulness of inside jokes while being on the radio. I’m already daydreaming about reading this one again and annotating all my favorite parts! I need book two like I need oxygen!

Received a digital ARC of this book via NetGalley.

Marketed as Sleeping in Seattle inspired. As a 90s baby who loves a good romance, I had to read this one. I found the pace a little slower than what I expected. However, I know the movie that inspired this book was also a slower paced movie so maybe that played a factor. The spice was a little unexpected as I thought this was going to be a slow burn with closed door scenes. I don’t particularly like open door scenes in these lighter romcoms. It was an okay read, but not one I’ll reread.

Rating: 6/5 ⭐️

Read if you like:
- Grumpy MMC who is secretly a golden retriever
- Helping her find love
- HILARIOUS banter
- Forced proximity
- SNEAKING LITTLE TOUCHES UNDER THE TABLE

Review:
I read a lot of romance books and a book that makes me FEEL THIS MUCH is so rare. Just spent my entire evening kicking my feet and giggling like I was in high school again because BK Borison KNOCKED it out of the park with this one.

Aiden Valentine hosts a romance hotline and when Lucie Stone's daughter calls her in, she somehow finds herself co-hosting with Aiden to boost the show's ratings and help her find love. BUT OF COURSE, AS YOU KNOW, THE FALL IN LOVE.

This book was just such a realistic depiction of what it's like to fall in love with hints of Emily Henry vibes mixed with Ali Hazelwood humour. The banter and chemistry between Aiden and Lucie is unmatched. I swear if I could just be a fly on the wall in their relationship, I would.

It's the "we should stop doing this" and then the "ONCE ISN'T ENOUGH FOR ME" vibes FOR ME.

I also think Aiden is delusional when he says he doesn't know what to say because EXPLAIN THIS THEN:
"Nah Lucie. I think you're the magic." LIKE PUH-LEASE.

Honourary mention of Lucie's blended family and how close they are to each other. Her ex-husband Grayson is the most supporting, loving, and chaotic character and I almost want his story as well.

minor things, I wish we did have more backstory to Aiden, felt like his story could've gotten fleshed out a bit more and also a bigger love declaration but the vibes make it 6/5.

If B.K. Borison writes something, I’m reading it, and First-Time Caller was no exception. I absolutely loved this book! I was hooked from the very first page and even stayed up way too late just to keep reading. The concept felt so fresh and unique, and the banter was everything I hoped for, fun, flirty, and perfectly timed. Such a great read, and one I’d highly recommend!

I adored this book 🥹 so much more than a romance novel. Lucie’s trials and tribulations were incredibly relatable, and Aiden’s skepticism for love actually made him quite lovable. A beautiful nod to Sleepless in Seattle! Highly recommend!

"When the whole world tells you you’re silly for wanting the things you want, you start to believe them. You start to think you’re not worth it. If the things you’re waiting for do exist, they’re not for someone like you."

THOUGHTS :
Borison's writing is so compelling. Lucie is such a strong, lovable character. I loved that she had a good relationship with her daughter's father. Aiden was so flipping lovable. Aiden's conversation with his parents was so relatable, and I understood where he was coming from. I loved the banter and loved the whole radio talk show idea!

5/5
This book was so cute! I loved every minute of it!!! It was genuinely a really tun read, every chapter just hooked you in more & more to where you couldn't put it down!
I literally felt like I was watching one of my fav romcoms while reading this!! Like I'm just speechless over this book!
Before I go though, let's just give a round of applause for Aiden, this man keeps a list of her favorite things in his car!!!!!!!!!!

A hopeless romantic meets a jaded radio host in this cozy, Sleepless in Seattle- inspired love story from beloved author B.K. Borison.

4.5*

I liked the concept of this book and premise very new and fresh for me personally. It’s such a cute read, and I absolutely cannot wait for more from this author.

Read if you like:
-she falls first
-forced proximity
-single parent

I think I listened to too much of they hype around this book and it ended up affecting my enjoyment of the story. On the surface, it's everything I love in a romance novel. A cute first meet between our two main characters. Great banter. A stellar cast of supporting characters. But I think in the end, it kind of fell a bit below my expectations.

Unfortunately, I think Aiden was the main problem for me. He had so much potential as a great love interest. The banter. The protectiveness. That list! But I just didn't believe that he overcame all his issues - and with no real introspection. His flip from pushing Lucie away, to winning her back just happened too fast and too easily. I think I just wanted more character development for Aiden.

That said, this was still a great book that I'd recommend you pick up. And I'll definitely be reading more from this author in the future. I know the next book in the series is about Jackson, but I'm dying to know what happens to Oliver!

Thanks to the author and publisher for the ARC.

I loved Aiden and Lucie. I generally steer clear of books with children in the mix because I find that most authors dont write them well, or they are ill placed etc. I liked Maya, and that the focus was primarily on the adult relationships. I really loved this book and I look forward to Jackson's story next! I dropped a star because I hate a 3rd act breakup.

I ended up really enjoying this but it was really slow in the beginning. I needed a little more of the connection faster I think but it ended up being a cute romance

I whizzed through First Time Caller by B.K. Borrison in two days. That said, I struggled with the beginning of this book. As someone who has watched Sleepless in Seattle more than once, it seemed as though the author had lifted the story straight from the movie. It began to follow its own path, and I very much enjoyed the characters who were the unique aspect of this story, but my feelings overall were colored by that first impression. The author adds a note acknowledging a love of the aforementioned film, but I'm still sad that they could not use it as inspiration rather than a remix.

I tend to be pretty picky about my romances, and this had everything I loved. The flirty, witty banter and the real-feeling characters. I loved it. Not only did I love the romance aspect, but I absolutely adored the side characters as well. I loved getting to know Maya, Lucie's daughter, Grayson, Mateo, Jackson, Patty, ugh, they were just all so lovable! I have read a book by B.K. Borison, before and though I enjoyed it, portions of the storyline felt confusing to me. I think that she has grown INCREDIBLY as a writer, and I am so excited to get my hands on the second book in this series when it comes out. Thank you so much to NetGalley for providing me with an eARC of this book. I am so glad I got to read it!

This was my very first B.K. Borison book, and it will certainly not be my last! This book lived up to the hype--it was so sweet and heartfelt. I loved the Sleepless in Seattle reference!

Thank you to Berkley and NEtGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

I woudl recommend if you're looking for (SPOILERS)

-m/f contemporary romance
-single parent
-workplace
-Sleepless in Seattle retelling
-cozy
-slow burn

I could not put this one down. I loved the integration of the radio show, the softness of the story as they became friends and fell in love. I don't even know how to review such an incredibly well written book