I'm sorry to see this series has come to an end. I mean a series with a focal point of a sweet shop, there's something just magical about that. I think we all love to visit a sweet shop and the series has been so much fun. I've loved getting to know Holly. She's gone through some ups and downs but she's resilient and lands on her feet. She's had the help of her friends to get her through her rough patches for sure and she also has a lovely daughter Hope that we met a few books back. Once again she's hit a rough patch in this book and it's not even due to her sweet shop. Her personal life has taken a surprise turn and left her feeling surprised and in shambles.
Best friends are great to have, they're there for you and make you hold your chin up when times are rough. What if your best friend throws a curve ball in the mix like Giles does with Holly and proposes to someone else just when you are admitting to yourself that your interest may have gone past the friend zone?
Will Holly have a chance to convince Giles to take a chance on her or is it too late for a second chance for them?
I highly recommend starting at the beginning of the series and just binge reading the whole series, no regrets it's just that great. This is a feel good, unputdownable series.

I was given a complimentary copy of this series.
All opinions expressed are my own.

Who can resist a book set in a sweet shop? Especially as it turns out one like the one in the Cotswolds I vividly remember visiting a few years ago (and buying some Uncle Joe's Mint Balls from)! I jumped at this one, although I'll say now that it's the last in a series and although it does work as a standalone, as enough of the back story is shared to make it understandable, you'll really want to read the whole series to get the full emotional and plot benefit.

Holly is running her old-fashioned sweet shop with reliable staff and she has her daughter for company at home, plus kitten, Rhubarb, and good neighbours. Now, I did not check when I requested this book, but I soon realised it's the last in what must be a well-loved series, as it's full of adorable and supportive people, with good friends and a lovely community plus sweet shop detail (it starts with sherbert lemons!). This does mean I'll have to be even more careful with the no-spoilers thing, so this review will be short and general.

A bombshell is dropped, a hilarious mini-break happens, there are tears and kisses and I would imagine that readers of the series will be delighted with what ensues (not a spoiler, given the title!). There are enough pops back into history to remind a regular reader or fill a new reader in, but not so much that it will annoy someone who's read the rest of the series. Important to me was that Rhubarb the kitten survives the book with no even mild peril: she is put there to facilitate a plot point but not at her own risk, thank you, Hannah!

Blog post coming on 7 April 2025: https://librofulltime.wordpress.com/2025/04/07/book-review-hannah-lynn-happy-ever-after-at-the-second-chances-sweet-shop/

After losing her fiance 10 years previously, Holly is adjusting to her new world with her gorgeous young daughter, a thriving sweet shop and wonderful friends around her, including her best friend Giles. At least, until he announced his engagement to Sienna, who Holly takes an instant dislike to, which only intensifies when she realizes Sienna is deceptive and manipulative. Holly eventually had to face the facts that her feelings for Giles run deeper than friendship and she may have missed her chance at a future with him.

I've given this review a 4 Star rating - it's a sweet, warm and light-hearted romantic read including lovely characters and a charming setting that leaves you with a warm feeling at the end of the story. If you enjoy this type of easy read, you would absolutely enjoy this book which isn't too challenging and the type of read you can curl up with, why and get a little lost in.

Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for my opportunity to read and review this book

Happy Ever After at the Second Chances Sweet Shop by Hannah Lynn is a heartwarming, feel-good novel set in the cozy, picturesque Cotswolds. The story centers around Holly, a woman who is slowly rebuilding her life after facing difficult challenges. She has found peace in her sweet shop, Just One More, and is enjoying the happiness of raising her daughter, Hope. But just as things are settling, her best friend Giles shocks her with a surprise proposal to Sienna, a woman Holly feels isn't quite right for him.

Holly's attempts to support Giles and make peace with Sienna lead her down an unexpected path of self-reflection. As she throws herself into wedding preparations, Holly begins to question whether her doubts about the couple are about them or if they reveal something deeper about her own feelings—toward Giles and the possibilities of love and second chances.

The novel is brimming with warmth and charm, from the inviting atmosphere of the sweet shop to the delightful characters that populate Holly's world. The dynamic between Holly and Giles is particularly engaging, with their close friendship adding a layer of complexity to the love story. The theme of second chances—both in love and in life—resonates throughout, making this a perfect read for anyone in need of an uplifting escape.

Hannah Lynn’s writing is engaging and relatable, capturing the emotions of navigating friendship, love, and personal growth. With its picturesque setting, lovable characters, and a dash of romance, Happy Ever After at the Second Chances Sweet Shop is a delightful and comforting read that will leave readers smiling. Perfect for fans of cozy romances and stories of new beginnings.

Thank you to @rachelsrandomresources for my copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

After the devastation in the last book, I hoped this one would be cheerier and it kind of was and kind of wasn’t lol. Holly is adjusting to a new life and all seems to be calm and ticking along nicely until Giles proposed to his current girlfriend Sienna.

This throws Holly into a weird state, is she happy for him or jealous? She’s not a fan of Sienna, and things don’t go well on a weekend away. But after that, the pair of them fall out big time - can it be resolved or will their friendship suffer and fall apart?

I really like this series and love Holly, she’s such a strong woman who knows her mind and handles everything life throws at her. Her friends are such a great comfort to her and keep her grounded when she falters. I can’t wait for the next one to see how everything progresses.

Seven years after Evan's death & Holly's life has settled into a new norm, which includes rolling her eyes at her good friend Giles as he dates his way through women who are never good enough for him. Until, that is, he proposes to his latest girlfriend, who's mostly definitely wrong for him. Why is it he can't see how wrong his fiancé is for him and no Holly's not in love with him? And why is she so upset and possibly jealous? It's a fun, quick read about enjoyable familiar characters.
I received an ARC copy from NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Really good book that i will recommend to others.

Thanks for the opportunity to read & review it.

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

I’ve throughly enjoyed reading this series from the first book.

This book is about Holly and her feelings. I’ve loved getting to Giles and their relationship throughout the series. Giles makes an announcement when his friends are gathered together which Holly isn’t that happy about, but slowly we see why she feels like that.

The series has been enjoyable to read, reading about the different characters who have become friends and I loved the setting.

I look forward to what Hannah Lynn writes next.

I highly recommend this book.

This was a fast and easy read that had a cute storyline but at the end of the day I just didn't feel the chemistry between the characters. I loved being back in Holly's world but this just wasn't the greatest installment.

Holly and Giles are best friends. Imagine Holly’s surprise when he gets engaged to Sienna.
This was a fast easy to read book. I found myself annoyed with the main characters most of the book.
If you like second chance romance, add this one to your list

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for this E-ARC, in exchange for an honest review.

This latest installment in the Love is in the Air series is just as cozy and heartwarming as you’d hope! It’s a light, romantic read—perfect for when you want something sweet and uplifting.

Holly has been through a lot, but things are finally falling into place. Her daughter, Hope, is thriving, her home is exactly how she envisioned it, and an exciting opportunity could take her sweet shop, Just One More, to new heights. But just when life seems settled, her best friend, Giles, drops a surprise—he’s engaged to Sienna, a woman Holly barely knows (and isn’t sure is the right match for him). Determined to be supportive, she throws herself into wedding planning, but can’t shake the nagging feeling that something isn’t quite right. Is it just about Giles and Sienna, or is Holly ignoring her own heart?

While this book can technically be read on its own, you’ll get the most out of it if you’ve read the previous ones in the series. There are some predictable moments, but honestly, that’s part of the charm—it’s like settling into your favorite feel-good movie. If you love small-town romance, a touch of drama, and a happily ever after, this one’s worth picking up!
4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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this series has been beautiful. i so dont want it to end. but i also really really need Holly to have a happy ending. i thought book one was brilliant and couldn't wait for each new book. by book 4 i was truly in love with the series. i never wanted them to end and it felt a true privilege to be able to have such a chance to get to know these set of characters and follow them all through so much. particularly of course we follow holly.
the series all feels so real. and because the characters arc and come together and are all around throughout the books we truly do get to know them.
this book focused on Hollys heart. i have to say ive loved getting to know Giles as he started and then how hes woven throughout the series.
i wont give it away. but this is a must read for both new to the series and those,like me, love the series and feel like coming home every time a new one comes out.
i would only wish now that Holly hires me and the village adopts me as one of there own. if Hannah Lyn can do that for me then i willy forever be grateful. thanks!

Perhaps not constantly eating enough sweets and drinking wine to put someone in a diabetic coma in every book, and then laying awake every night.
It was a little predictable but readable I think this series has exhausted itself now.

This book felt like the natural end to the series. It was sweet and again good to catch up on Holly and Hopes lives. The scenery was beautiful and again a joy to read. Thankyou netgalley for this arc in exchange of an honest review.

Holly Berry is finally feeling happy and settled. Her daughter is happy, Holly’s sweetshop is doing well and she is surrounded by good friends.
Then, when her close friend Giles suddenly proposes to his girlfriend Sienna, Holly is totally blindsided. She doesn’t feel Sienna is right for Giles, and the more she gets to know Sienna, the more convinced she is.
As the plans for the wedding gather pace, Holly finds herself questioning if her life really is as sorted as she thought it was, or is something, or someone missing.
This is a lovely book and a great ending to the series.

What a romance. The delusional friends to lovers trope is one of my favorites in the world. You can feel the tension, but they still have no clue. Yes these characters make some stupid decision, but omg do they make up for it. I recommend!

Thank you to netgalley and the author for sending me the book in exchange for an honest review

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Happy Ever After at the Second Chances Sweet Shop= a perfect cute and feel good read!!

If you’ve been following the Holly Berry Sweet Shop Series, this is a must read!

You have your small town vibes romance. Holly has amazing friends and a close relationship with all of them. As close as some of them knowing who you are destined to be with after losing the love of your life after such a tragic death. If you don’t know, please read the books prior to comprehend. But honestly, you can read this as a stand alone to get most of it.

Some predictable moments, but honestly that’s what makes it a feel good and quick read at the same time as completing your Holly Berry sweet shop fix!

Overall good spring/summer read and will be smiling in the end. Happy reading!!

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for providing this AMAZING ARC in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own, and I do not accept money for any reviews.

I enjoyed being back in Holly’s world and catching up with everyone. A lovely easy read to fully escape into.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in return for an honest review.

In this the latest (last?) book in the series Holly finds out that her best friend Giles has become engaged to Sienna, who she hasn't met before. Talking an instant dislike to her this causes friction between Holy and Giles and makes her reconsider her relationship to him.
You should really read the previous books in the series to fully understand the various characters in this book, although it can be read as a standalone. The story is one where you rely wasn't to bang the two main character's heads together as they cannot admit their feelings for each other. I couldn't take to Sienna either, she did come across as a the type that I can't relate to, but then Holly and Giles both have their problems as well. At least they have a close circle of friends to support them both. A series that I have enjoyed and hope that something similar comes along soon.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.

Idk if it’s me but I felt lost reading this !! Idk the chemistry between these characters wasn’t the best ! I had to force my self through this book . Thank you net galley