Wow! But He’s My Grumpy Neighbor is an absolute delight of a love story! Witnessing two timid, beautiful people find solace in each other the way I just did with Juliette and Adrian was just… stunning. I don’t think I even fully understood how much I love to see a MMC take care of a FMC until reading this book. The care and understanding between these two characters is just gorgeous and inspirational.

The narration in this audiobook only added to how beautiful the book was. I was just fully swept away!

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced audio in exchange for an honest review.

This book was ok. Could've been so good. Didn't have a lot of heart so I just listened to it without feeling too much anticipation. The main thing that bothers me is that the main character has a dog in the book but the book cover shows a cat. Very distracting.

Favorite quote: “Running is like dying but without the relief of death.” I am in love. This is not so much a romcomy book but more like a heartfelt journey to love. Juliette and Adrian are neighbors and they’re just so dang likable. And normal. With problems. And challenges. I felt like this author just took me along and plopped me on the park bench to observe these two. And I liked what I saw.

I listened to the audio from NetGalley and felt like there were so many quotable notable things. The supportive family and friends brought humor and perspective to the story.

And can I just talk about Adrian for a minute? He is swoony. Owns his actions and man those melty words. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series. Highly recommend.

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This is the first book in the But He's a Carter Brother series. It features our first Carter brother, Adrian, who also has a twin. I love twins! Adrian moves in next door to Juliette and sparks fly! I loved it! The two of them have such fun banter and chemistry! I really enjoyed it.

I was able to listen to the audiobook and really thought the narrators did an excellent job. It is a dual narration book and is done well. I don't recall having heard either of these readers in the past. I would love to listen to more books that they read.

Thanks to Dreamscape Media, Netgalley and Annah Conwell for the opportunity to listen to this book. I'm voluntarily leaving an honest review.

This one’s for my audio book girlies—But He’s My Grumpy Neighbor is out on audio as of August 6th! It’s such a cute little romcom that also adds a realness and relatability of dealing with mental illness and childhood trauma. My heart went out to Juliette as I felt I could relate to so much in her story ❤️ and to top it all off, who doesn’t love a grumpy x sunshine trope! Yes it’s cheesy at times. And the happy ending is expected and predictable. But that’s what makes an easy little feel good romcom so great!! The audio was so great. I loved that they included a male voice when it was Adrian’s POV and a female voice for Juliette’s POV. If you are into audio books, definitely give this one a try! -Reag

*also available on kindle unlimited*

Thank you @dreamscape_media for the audio ARC!

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LISTEN. I loved this book so darn much. I cannot wait to read the remaining Carter Brothers books.

Adrienne had NO RIGHT to be that adorable and my heart is still a puddle of goo over the "I've never been a fan of music but her giggle is quickly becoming my favorite song." Excuse me sir!!! (crying)

Juliette's backstory hit very close to home for me and I feel her struggles in life. When you spend most of your life in survival mode you are always on high alert. I loved seeing her grow in herself and her relationships.

HIGHLY recommend.

Just finished But He’s My Grumpy Neighbor, and it’s the perfect cozy romcom!

When Adrian Carter, the grumpy yet intriguing new neighbour, moves in next door, the sparks between Juliette and Adrian are impossible to ignore. Despite his tough exterior, she can't resist the warmth hidden beneath, and soon she’s falling for the cinnamon roll heart inside. But with her emotional baggage and his aversion to relationships, their connection may never be more than just neighbourly.

Adrian’s grumpy exterior hides a sweet, cinnamon roll heart that’s impossible not to love. The grumpy/sunshine dynamic is on point, with plenty of swoon-worthy moments and heartfelt laughs.
If you’re a fan of small-town romances with a slow-burn that leaves you smiling, this book is a must-read. Can't wait to dive into the rest of the Carter Brother series!

“Sorry about him!” Smiley twin yells across the yard. “He gets nervous around beautiful women.”

If you love the grumpy sunshine trope you will LOVE this.

It did start a little slow for my liking but nothing wrong with a slow burn. I personally love the grumpy/sunshine niche so I wasn’t surprised that I enjoyed this.

Was happy with audio version, sometimes they can be a little cringe but this was fine.

This was just the absolute sweetest introverted love story!! 🥹🤍 If you are just needing a happy read that will brighten your day… this is the one. An introverted, tea obsessed girl & her dog and a broody loner hottie that just moved in across the street 🤭 I related to this main character SO much… like why did this book feel healing to me… Nothing crazy, no surprising ending, no unbelievable situations, just a sweet story!!!

This sounded so adorable, but I just couldn't get into it at all. It was boring to me and very slow. Nothing really happened and I just felt like it was too much insta love for me. I had to DNF.

You’ll love this book if you love:
🫖Grumpy/sunshine romance
🫖Protective MMC
🫖Tea
🫖Fake husband moment
🫖Letter writing

This is a re-read for me but in audiobook form this time. I love the Carter brothers series! I actually read this book and then read Annah’s Sweet Peach series and read about MJ, the Carter sister.

I love everything Annah puts out but this one is probably my favorite, maybe because it was my first book by Annah. I just love the grumpy/sunshine trope with Adrian and Juliette and I love the little community they live in. I can imagine each of their houses near the lake and Adrian’s apothecary table with all the tea (Although did anyone think of Rachel from Friends when the read about the apothecary table? No? Just me? Okay...😂)

I will say the engagement scene at the end of the book is probably my all-time favorite engagement scene ever in a book.😍❤️😍 Talk about grand gesture moment. Good heavens it reminds me of The Adventure Challenge commercial called Ready for an Adventure? (It’s like 4 minutes long on YouTube but you should watch it. It’s adorable and if anybody needs a meet cute idea, this commercial is unique!)

Listening to the audiobook this time was fantastic! The narrators, Leanne Woodward and Evan Sibley sounded exactly how I thought Juliette and Adrian were to sound and when they voiced other people they’re inflections and tones were wonderful. Leanne had just the right soulfulness yet sweetness in her voice to sound like Juliette. In one chapter, Evan had to voice all 4 Carter brothers and I was impressed that I could tell the difference between all 4 of them. 5 stars for the audiobook!

* I received a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you @Dreamscape_Media and @authorannahconwell. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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4.5⭐️ but rounding up because this was absolutely adorable and so sweet. I honestly wish it were longer because it was just so cozy and perfect 😭

The fmc’s struggles with her family were toooo relatable and I just love how protective and understanding the mmc was. He is just…everything. Grumpiness and all 😂

“I commit it all to memory, because I don’t want to miss a thing.” 🩷

Thank you Dreamscape Media & NetGalley for the ARC of the audiobook!

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for an advanced audio - copy of But He's My Grumpy Neighbor, in exchange for an honest review.

'But He's My Grumpy Neighbor' by Annah Conwell is a heartwarming romantic comedy that will leave you longing for more. The story follows Juliette, a shy and introverted woman, and Adrian, a brooding and enigmatic neighbor.

Juliette's life is filled with tea, Jane Austen, and her beloved dog, Murphy. She yearns for more friends but struggles with her social skills. When she meets Adrian, who goes by the nickname 'Sunshine,' she hopes that he will become her new confidante. However, Adrian is a former CIA agent who has learned to trust no one. He is standoffish and abrupt, creating an immediate obstacle for Juliette.

Despite Adrian's initial resistance, Juliette's persistent kindness and unwavering determination begin to soften his hard exterior. As they spend more time together, Adrian realizes that Juliette's awkwardness is endearing, and her genuine nature draws him in. The author does an exceptional job of capturing the nuances of their relationship, showcasing the gradual evolution from animosity to friendship and eventually to love.

One of the standout aspects of the book is the portrayal of sibling relationships. Adrian has a close-knit family, and the author deftly captures the dynamics between the siblings. Their interactions are both hilarious and heartwarming, adding depth and dimension to the story. The author also explores themes of trust, vulnerability, and the importance of family and friendship.

The writing is engaging and flows effortlessly, keeping readers hooked from the first page to the last. The characters are relatable and well-developed, and the romance between Juliette and Adrian is both swoon-worthy and heartwarming. The author's ability to balance humor, romance, and emotional depth is truly commendable.

Overall, 'But He's My Grumpy Neighbor' is a delightful and highly recommended read for fans of romantic comedies. It is a story that will make you laugh, cry, and root for the characters every step of the way.

This was such a cute listen! This was a wholesome, cute romance with low stakes that was such a pick-me-up!

4 Stars ✨

Clean Light Rom-Com

Audio Version 🎧
Narrator 5/5

But He’s My Grumpy Neighbor is my first book by this author and I thought it was so sweet and adorable. Books with small town Gilmore Girl vibes are one of my favorite things and this one had that! Bingo nights, the cute cafe, grumpy and silly towns people is what made the book so delightful. Juliette as FMC was fantastic, she was so wholesome and down to earth you couldn’t help but love her. Adrian as the MMC was also great and grumpy. Their banter was light and fluffy and gives all the feels. Jules had a shady past and I like how the author didn’t really focus on making her some kind of victim, she was portrayed as an overcomer and I liked that aspect a lot. This was a super quick read/listen. I thought the narration was done well and I am looking forward to reading more from this author in the future.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this advanced audio copy of But He’s My Grumpy Neighbor, in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you NetGalley for early access to the audio book for this one. I absolutely loved it and cannot say enough good things about it. The narrators were both great and did an amazing job bringing this lovely story to life.

First of all, the setting could not be any more perfect! I 💗 the adorable lake town of Peach Hollow, GA with their ridiculous town meetings (should we banish the ducks from the pond?) and bingo with the neighbors. It was just so lovely, and I could picture it in my head perfectly. I’m ready to pack my bags & move right in!

Also, I might just be the only self-proclaimed professional book lover anywhere that does not like coffee. I’m a tea drinker; like 4-5 cups a day lover of tea. It was so fun to read a book where both main characters were also tea drinkers and learning how Adrien came to love tea was just so great.

I love the grumpy/sunshine Pride & Prejudice type vibes of this book. Our FMC Juliet doesn’t get any pleasure receiving a smile from someone who just gives them out left and right. Instead, she enjoys earning them from Adrien where she has to work hard to get them. I also loved the P&P references in the book since it is one of my most favorite books ever!

This was a delightful closed door, feel good, small town romance and I just cannot wait to read the next one!

But He’s My Grumpy Neighbor is such a cute listen! The last couple books I have listened to were definitely meh. I needed some Adrian and Juliette in my life today.

Juliette lives in a little cottage in a small town in Georgia. Adrian, a hunky man, moves in next door. Adrian is gruff. He doesn’t want to interact with Juliette. He appears to have a lot on his mind. But, dang, he looks good on his morning runs.

Juliette has never dated. She escaped from her past and has led a pretty solo life. But there is something about Adrian that she is definitely drawn to.

Adrian needs social skills. Juliette needs to find a man.
Juliette feels a connection with Adrian, however Adrian is not looking for a relationship.

Both characters are awkward. Both character have big feelings.

I enjoyed this one. It was sweet and innocent. No spice and clean language. Really enjoyed it.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the advance listen in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Cozy book about two neighbors crushing on each other, becoming friends and then more. It was cute and wholesome. I enjoyed the scenes with the main characters with their friends the most.

This was so cute. Adrian and Juliet are neighbors who grow closer and slowly learn to open themselves up to the idea of love. This is a closed door romance with a fun cast of characters. Happy to keep reading this series. Thank you to NetGalley for audiobook access

✨ 𝔹𝕠𝕠𝕜 ℝ𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨 ✨

But He’s My Grumpy Neighbor
Annah Conwell
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I feel like I’ve said this so many times but let me say it again. I love Annah Conwell’s writing! This book was just perfect. When I seen the audio on NetGalley I knew I had to grab it right away.

I devoured this book. I loved how Juliette was able to break down the walls Adrian had built around himself. In turn, Adrian gives Juliette a place to feel safe, which she never had growing up. These two balanced each other out so well and the emotional connection these two built was so perfect.

Juliette is such a relatable character. She’s an over thinker who struggles with anxiety. This mostly due to her past family trauma. The way her character is written it is so easy to connect with her. Maybe it’s just me.. but I can over think a thought like it’s my job. 😂 to hear her inner thoughts was like a look into my own.

Narration was done by Leanne Woodward and Evan Sibley. I adored this audio. These two did an amazing job bringing this book to life!

Read if you like:
🫖Grumpy/Sunshine
🫖Great Family Aspect
🫖Protective MMC
🫖The cutest nicknames
🫖Hand written letters
🫖Grumpy Grannies 😂
🫖Closed Door Romance

Thank you @netgalley and @dreamscapemedia for the opportunity to listen to this ALC.