Coming home to face the hurts from her past finds Lexi face to face with the demons she never thought she would overcome. Throw in her flighty sister Ashley and her arch nemesis Heath and you have a story filled with redemption, understanding and in the end love. A great addition to the series.

Lexi is back in Sunrise Cove a year after her mother’s death at the request of her younger stepsister. Lexi and Ashley have a strained relationship, mostly due to the fact that they experienced very different Daisy’s. With Lexi back in Sunrise Cove Ashley is able to uncover a lot about why Lexi has avoided her hometown like the plague. On top of being back home there’s also the issue of Heath, Lexi’s childhood frenemie who she’s secretly crushed on forever. Now he’s living next door to her for 6 weeks and ignoring their sparks seems impossible. But Lexi has a life back east. Will 6 weeks in Sunrise Cove be enough to convince her to stay? Or will Lexi get the hell out of dodge as soon as her time is up?

Jill has a knack for writing cozy romances. This book along with her others feels like coming home. There’s always such a strong family connection on top of the romance which I love. Heath and Lexi’s inability to communicate did frustrate me, but their back stories did justify it. If you like romances with family drama, childhood wounds, and cozy small-town vibes this one’s for you!

Thanks netgalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

The Love Fix by Jill Shalvis. Slower paced romance and family relationship story. A good edition to the Sunrise Cove series but not a favorite.
Thank you to the author, Avon and Harper Voyager and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book.

Thank you NetGalley, for the an advance copy of this book! I wish I loved it but….it was T E R R I B L E. The intrigue the author is trying to make wiht the sister squad and the brothers doesn’t hit for me - I’ve never met a guy that emotionally aware and it seems very forced. Name a team of men that name their emotions and feelings openly at every turn, I’ll wait.

Lexi? She’s just a hot ass girl who feels sorry for herself because she was wrongfully fired from her job AND SLEEPING WITH HER SUPERVISOR OKAY? The “crackling air” that often occurs between heath and Lexi is far from steamy and electric. Also..there are a lot of characters.

PROS:
the author definitely kept the plot tight and there weren’t TOO many twists.
It was short.

CONS:
It wasn’t good.

Sorry, Jill. I wanted to like it, I swear.

The Love Fix by Jill Shalvis is a charming and light-hearted romance with plenty of warmth and humor. The story follows Lexi a woman who is navigating her way through the loss of her job and mother. She is has not been back to Sunrise Cove since she was child. Together her and her stepsister, Ashley work together to carryout her late mother’s wishes.

The pacing was good, and there were some truly funny and touching moments throughout the book. I did find myself getting a little frustrated with the lack of consideration for Lexi. The characters did really care for Lexi but it was clear Lexi had been hurt by her mother. Ashley and Heath really wanted Lexi to heal but didn’t really understand the depth of her hurt.

That said, there were moments when the plot felt a bit predictable, and some of the conflicts felt resolved a little too easily. Still, it’s a solid read for anyone looking for a sweet romance with hints of found family.

Overall, The Love Fix is a quick, enjoyable book that really highlights the importance of found family.

Jill Shalvis is a must read author for me. Her latest book, The Love Fix, was a heartwarming read, just as I expected.

Thanks to NetGalley and Avon for the opportunity to read The Love Fix by Jill Shalvis. This author is on my auto-read read list and never disappoints!

I adore Jill Shalvis and have been reading her books for years!

This book does not disappoint. The story, the characters (loved Grandpa Gus & Mayhem), the banter had me laughing and crying. Typical of Jill's books, you feel good reading along and she always gives her readers the best HEA.

Great story. Three main characters. Two almost sisters and a love interest. Good plot, lots of tension between all three. Easy read. Great ending.

Did I immediately read this book as soon as possible when I received the arc a few months ago? Yes, I did. I literally will drop everything so I can read Jill Shalvis upcoming releases. I am obsessed with Jill Shalvis books. I can never read a bad book from her. Thankfully enough, The Love Fix was no different. I literally love it so much.

Let's talk about why I love this book so much:

1. I love reading about the rivals-to lovers trope in romance books. It gives an extra tension whenever former rivals see each other again and still remember why they dislike each other. It just creates the perfect tension and banter between characters.

2. The chemistry between the characters, Lexi and Heath, is just perfect. You already know that there is history between Lexi and Heath. And the constant banter between them builds their chemistry so much more.

3. The main character, Lexi, being her true self. I know some people don't like aloof or not emotional personalities since it's not approachable. And yet, it never affects Lexi as much as I would think it would. Lexi is just being her; nothing wrong with it.

4. The endless struggles between repairing sibling relationships. It's really true and relatable because sibling relationships can fracture and it takes time to repair them.

5.The endless emotional struggle for Lexi while she grieves for her mother. Lexi's relationship with her mother wasn't easy, especially when she passed away. It's hard to cope with unsolved feelings, especially when the relationship wasn't good in the first place.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Avon for providing me with this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I really enjoyed this story which is part romance, part healing family relationships. The dialogue was snarky and witty, the characters were very likeable, the family relationships were heartwarming without being sicky-sweet, and, of course, there's a satisfying HEA. And, oh yeah, an adorable dog named... wait for it... "Mayhem"!!!! LOL LOL

A smattering of profanity and some PG kissing. I'm loving how Shalvis has moved away from a lot of f-bombs and graphic sex scenes.

This is a story I will definitely read again.

Fun,fast, easy read. I enjoyed this cute, heartfelt story about, family, sisterhood, and love. thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC copy

Thanks for the ARC of the book!!
I enjoyed it thoroughly, it was a pretty basic rom com romance, but I do recommend for that sweet fix of something lovely :)

This wasn't my cup of tea. The men are self-aware and talk about their feelings. That just wasn't relatable. There were a lot of characters. The plot was okay and there wasn't many twists in this short novel.

I was given an ARC copy of this book for a review.

Another great read from Ms. Shalvis. Pick up your copy in June 0f 2025.

I enjoyed watching the relationship between Lexi and Heath (her high school crush) change and develop throughout this book. It was interesting seeing Lexi's view of her mom change throughout the story also and to whom they had to deliver the envelopes after Lexi's mom's death. I also enjoyed the interaction between Lexi and Ashley and watching their relationship change and grow throughtout the book. A great addition to The Sunrise Cove series!

This story hit me right in the feels. Jill Shalvis has this way of blending humor, heartache, and healing that makes you feel like you’re right there with Lexi, carrying her emotional baggage alongside her. Watching her unravel her walls, piece by piece, with the help of the warm, quirky, and sometimes exasperating Heath, was an absolute joy. Their chemistry is equal parts banter and simmering tension, creating that perfect enemies-to-lovers spark, but with an emotional depth that stays with you. The road trip itself is filled with laugh-out-loud moments and touching discoveries, reminding you that family is more than just blood and that sometimes, letting people in is the bravest thing you can do. Shalvis’s writing is heartfelt and warm, with a touch of vulnerability that makes you feel every step Lexi takes toward love, forgiveness, and self-discovery. If you’re after a story that’s as comforting as it is moving, this one is a gem.

Jill Shavis is a relationship mastermind this novel is backed with emotions and has you rooting for the main characters.

I loved this book. It resonated with me so much because of where I am at this point in my life. I loved to see the journey these characters took to each find themselves. This series has been a lovely one and this author truly never disappoints with a well-rounded love story.