4⭐️
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Ok y'all, i didn't think I would enjoy a surprise pregnancy trope. But here we are giving a 4⭐️ review! Andi and Kevin are such a sweet match and watching them grow together on the page was truly wonderful. Kevin is 100% a golden retriever personality, while Andi is reserved (especially in relationships) due to her past tragedies.

After a steamy one night stand, Andi and Kevin find out one night is going to turn into forever when SURPRISE, said one night stand ends up with Andi pregnant. Seeing Kevin be so patient in kind while working to earn Andi's trust was also great. So many authors like to gloss over past trauma and just write the characters into getting over it crazy fast with no after effects. Seeing an MC actually WORK through their trauma was very refreshing.

I love the little community the author has built in this series and definitely recommend it!

TW: Domestic violence (off page), Death (off page)

4.5 stars! I really enjoyed this! I am one of the seemingly few who is a big fan of the surprise pregnancy/accidental pregnancy trope, and I thought it was really well done in this book. Kevin is such a big sweetheart and exactly what Andi needed in a partner. I love when we really get to see how each person in the relationship helps the other to grow. The only thing I wish was that we (the audience) would have known Andi’s background (and all of the reasons behind why she was so cautious) earlier, instead of finding out when Kevin found out. I think I would have viewed a lot of the beginning of the book in a different way had I known. Overall great read!

I'm so happy Laura Moher wrote a surprise pregnancy romance! One of my all time favorite tropes.

Andi Salazar spends her days advocating tirelessly for survivors of domestic violence after her own traumatic upbringing. Every once in a while though, she is able to let loose joining a local band on stage and belting her heart out. Enter Kevin Mahoney who takes one look at Andi on stage and is an absolute gonner. New in town after a difficult breakup, Kevin wants everything with Andi right away. He'll take whatever she can give him though, even if it's a one night stand. Weeks later though, these two learn they'll be tied to one another for quite a bit longer.

The green flags coming from Kevin were incredible. He will do whatever it takes to earn Andi's trust and make her feel safe. This golden retriever hero is just so in awe of Andi and I loved every second of it.

On another note, the community Moher has created in Galway is one of the best friend groups in Romance. They are protective and would do anything for one of their own. This latest installment is such a great addition to this awesome series!

TW: Domestic violence (not on page, but in FMCs past)

I think this is my favourite by Laura Moher so far! The slow-burn was amazing, I loved how they took the time to build their relationship and also fully trust the other (for the FMC), the healing and the hurt/comfort were perfectly written.

TWs - domestic abuse faced by women and children (including descriptions of extreme cases / death due to domestic abuse), gun violence on page (one scene, by a domestic violence victim's ex/stalker)

-- ty to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy!

I really wanted to like this, but it fell a bit short for me. First, I found much of the dialogue clunky and unrealistic. The story deals with some heavy themes, but I didn't feel any of them were given the depth they deserved. The characters' story lines weren't developed fully, making it difficult to connect to the characters and therefore the story.
I appreciate the author's willingness to tackle a tough subject matter. I also commend the author on doing a good job making this a true interconnected standalone. I have not read any of the others in this series, but I didn't feel out of the loop or unaware. It was clear there were some stories that came before but nothing that impeded being able to understand this third in the series.
Overall, it was a very average romance read for me. I feel if the characters would have been better developed and the story given some more depth I could have enjoyed it more.

Unfortunately this book was not for me. I see that Goodreads mentions an unexpected pregnancy during the last line of the description, however the description on both Amazon & NetGalley does not mention that trope. Those two places have the same description and while it is similar to Goodreads overall, it does not mention the unexpected pregnancy trope that this book includes.

The author did write in a Goodreads review that there’s an unintended pregnancy but the child isn’t on-page except being mentioned in the epilogue and I do think that may help some people who don’t love that trope still pick this up. However I personally have no desire to read about pregnancy at all, and would not have requested it from NetGalley had the description on there reflected this like it did on Goodreads. I wish I had read that description instead.

Thank you to the publisher & NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Andi no cree en el amor. Desde pequeña, su abuela le enseñó a no confiar en los hombres, y así ha vivido toda su vida. Una noche, conoce a un hombre que le atrae y tienen una noche inolvidable. Por un momento, duda si dejarlo de inmediato, pero escucha la voz de su abuela y decide irse.
Días después, se lleva una sorpresa al encontrarse con el mismo hombre, Kevin, un maestro de matemáticas que se acaba de mudar y quien no duda en dejar claro que está muy interesado en ella. ¿Logrará Kevin atravesar sus muros?




Me desesperó la falta de confianza de Andi hacia Kevin, especialmente porque él siempre le mostró que haría lo que fuera por ella. Sin embargo, luego ella hablaba de su infancia y de lo que veía en el refugio en el que trabajaba, y me sentí mal por no ser empática y por no dejar que ella descubriera su propio camino a su tiempo.



Creo que faltó más sobre Kevin; siento que su historia no recibió la importancia que merecía y se dejó de lado. No entiendo por qué, ya que podría haber sido un recurso valioso, considerando todo lo que pasó.

Quiero un Kevin.


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

*Hard to Get* by Laura Moher is a romance that pulls you in with its electric chemistry and takes you on a journey of emotional healing and personal growth. The story centers around Andi Salazar, a woman who is as strong and compassionate as she is complicated. By day, she runs a local women’s shelter in her small town, offering support to women affected by abuse and violence, but by night, she transforms into a bold, confident singer who uses her performances as an outlet for the parts of herself she usually keeps hidden. When Andi hits the stage, she leaves behind her doubts and fears, stepping into a version of herself that's unapologetically powerful and free. It's during one of these performances that she catches the eye of Kevin Mahoney, a recently arrived math teacher at Galway High. Kevin is dealing with the aftermath of a breakup that left him questioning who he is—he’s trying to shed the image of being “too vanilla” and figure out what it really means to be himself.

When Andi and Kevin meet, the chemistry between them is instant, sparking an intense and steamy connection that leaves Kevin wanting more. What starts as a chance encounter quickly evolves into something deeper. As they spend more time together, their relationship shifts from physical attraction to a true emotional bond. Kevin begins to open up to Andi in ways he never has before, and Andi starts to trust him in a way that feels both scary and liberating. What seemed like a casual fling soon grows into something much more powerful, leading both of them to confront their emotional baggage and question what they truly want from each other—and from themselves. Just when they think they have it all figured out, an unexpected twist challenges them both, pushing their relationship to new heights.

But *Hard to Get* is about more than just the romance. It’s about healing, trust, and the struggle to open up after trauma. Andi’s past is heavy with scars from both family and work. Her role at the shelter puts her face to face with the pain of others, but it’s also a reflection of her own struggles. She grew up with a grandmother who taught her to distrust men and relationships, and for years Andi built walls around herself, afraid of letting anyone in. Yet as her bond with Kevin deepens, she starts to confront her past, realizing that love and vulnerability don’t have to be dangerous. Slowly, she begins to see that trust and connection might be the very things she needs to heal.

Moher handles the heavy themes of abuse, sexual assault, and trauma with incredible care, weaving them into the narrative in a way that feels authentic and poignant. She paints a realistic picture of how trauma can shape someone’s life and relationships, and how healing requires more than just time—it requires the courage to face painful memories and take a chance on love. While some readers might feel the pacing is uneven or have a hard time with the author’s style in certain moments, many find the book to be a powerful emotional experience with characters they can truly relate to. Andi’s journey, especially, is one that resonates deeply, as she learns to break free from the walls she’s built and trust someone who might just be her key to healing.

For those who love romances that dive deep into personal growth, healing, and overcoming past wounds, *Hard to Get* is a must-read. It delivers all the heart-pounding chemistry you want in a romance, but it also leaves you with a powerful message about self-empowerment, the importance of trusting again, and the possibility of building a future based on love. Whether you’re drawn to the emotional depth or the undeniable spark between Andi and Kevin, this book offers a story that’s both heartfelt and full of undeniable chemistry, making it a great pick for anyone looking for a romance that’s both meaningful and steamy.

This is a beautiful book! It hit me in all the feels. It's so good and definitely worth the emotional rollercoaster. Andi is a very relatable character. I felt seen while reading her story. If you like heartfelt romance books then I highly recommend this!

Thank you to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca for allowing me to read this book ahead of release in exchange for my honest opinion.

The just wasn’t my cup of tea. I had a hard time connecting to the characters. The plot was jumpy and didn’t flow in a way that made sense; it was almost frantic. I also couldn’t get into some of the wording the author uses, especially during the intimacy parts. It just didn’t work for me.

This book did me in. I loved the main characters and the story was heartfelt and entertaining. I thought the writing was very good. I'd love more from this author! Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Hard to Get is a perfect feel-good romance with relatable characters, sizzling chemistry, and a heartwarming journey toward self-discovery and love. Whether you’re a fan of small-town romance or just looking for a book that’ll make you smile, this one checks all the boxes.

This was such a good book. I loved the story and the writing so much. The characters were great and the story flowed smoothly. Will definitely read more books by this author in the future.

Important topics as Andi is surrounded by abuse in the family and her career - abusive grandfather, abusive father, working to help domestic violence and sexual assault victims - and although from good intent - ultimately raised by a grandmother who instilled a mistrust of all men, all relationships, and made her feel she needed to be alone and hide herself at all times, which is a different type of abuse and controlling by fear. Important messaging on sexual assault and abuse and in learning to trust.