Jason wasn’t a One. And he wasn’t a Two. He was so much more. I’d been too late to shut the door to my inner heart.
-Rose Guidry

3.75 stars from me. I really enjoyed this.

I’m a sucker for a contemporary romance and this was such a short and sweet one.

The characters were well written and had some depth to them that I enjoyed.

I really enjoyed Jason, he truly was an ideal MMC. He was tortured but could also pine after Rose for as long as he did. He also wasn’t shy about his past, he was open and vulnerable.

Rose also a very believable FMC, she was real about what she did and didn’t want and Jason was so respectful with it, as was she with him.

My only flaw was his breaking his celibacy for her since that was such a prominent plot in the first half of the book!

Overall I truly recommend and the spice did not disappoint.

Spice: 🌶️🌶️

Tropes:
✨ one bed trope
✨ cinnamon roll golden retriever MMC
✨ long time pining
✨ badass FMC
✨ childhood crush

⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.5 stars)
Follow Your Bliss by Holly Rose is a quirky, lighthearted read filled with laugh-out-loud moments and an engaging storyline that keeps things moving at a fun pace. The characters are charming and likeable, each adding their own spark to the overall vibe of the book.

While it didn't completely blow me away, I appreciated the humor and the playful tone. It strikes a nice balance between comedy and spice, making it a solid pick for readers who enjoy rom-coms with a bit of heat.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I’d recommend this to fans of flirty, feel-good fiction who don’t mind a little extra sizzle with their laughs!

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The book is perfect for readers that love a free spoken, humorous, confident and hardworking heroine, a creative, kind and attentive mmc and complex family dynamics.
Unfortunately this book wasn’t for me, I had a difficult time getting into the story and I wasn’t captivated enough to keep reading.
What caught my attention is that Rose is a seamstress, a job I wanted to do when I was 6, so I was excited about her character. After failing making it big in NYC Rose comes back home, looking for a place to finally start developing her business as a wedding dress seamstress. Jason, a social media famous craftsman and brother of the bride who commissioned Rose a dress, offers her an apartment he just restored near the church he’s is renovating and turning into his house.

The premises really hooked me but different things pulled me out of the story: I found dialogues a bit unnatural and forced, especially the dialogues between the protagonists, also they had a lot of sex jokes and double meanings and the inner monologues of both the mcs were packed with sexual thoughts about the other since chapter 2. I like spice and how sexual positive Rose was but it made me a bit uncomfortable how explicit their thoughts were, also because they haven’t seen in each other in years.
About Jason I liked how he was described and it intrigued me that ha was celibate and was looking for the right woman, but not that he had to find a woman who met his mother’s (who’s very religious) standards: we know from the beginning that Rose isn’t the perfect candidate and that Jason’s mother doesn’t have kind words for her and her family; so the possible family drama and toxic religious environment put me off.

Thank you Netgalley, Star Siren Press and Holly Rose for the arc

⭐ 3.75 stars ⭐
🌶️ 3 peppers 🌶️

○ Plot: 3/5
○ Characters: 4/5
○ Romance: 4/5
○ Writing: 3.5/5

Rose is a wedding dress designer that vowed to herself she’d never get married, while Jason is a woodworker looking for a mom-approved woman to tie the knot. She just moved back from New York and needs an affordable place to live and Jason, who also happens to be her high school crush, offers her to live next to him in an apartment in the converted church he is currently renovating.

I really liked the contrast between the main characters. Rose was confident in her beliefs, funny and sweet, while Jason was a supportive Golden Retriever MMC. The relationship between the FMC and her mother reminded me a bit to Sex Education, which created some hilarious situations.

Plot-wise, it was nothing too special, but that didn’t bother me much, because the characters had very detailed personalities and were the star of the book. The writing was very colloquial and modern, perhaps a touch forced sometimes, but, in general, it felt natural.

What I did not like was the religious background of, mostly, the MMC and his family. I read in the content warnings that there was some religious bigotry, which I am OK with, but I didn’t expect religion to have such a prominent role in Jason’s life and decision-making. It blindsided me and made me enjoy less the MMC’s character. Having said that, I did not find the book preachy and I might have thought differently hadn’t this taken me by surprise.

Overall, this was a fun, sweet and light-hearted read, perfect for those looking for a cosy story featuring tropes such as opposites attract, forced proximity and a confident FMC.

Thank you to NetGalley and Star Siren Press for the eARC in exchange for my honest review!

The FMC is hilarious! I love that she just talks without a filter (it seems natural and fits well with the story). The MMC reminds of the teachers/carpenter that Phoebe dated on friends 😂 he’s perfect! Not only in appearance but overall! He’s sweet, caring, and willing to learn!! He continues to get EVEN MORE PERFECT!! I love him!! This couple is by far my FAVORITE!! I loved this story so much!! This story concluded in a way that felt true to them and wasn’t wrapped up with cheesiness but realistically. I can’t wait to continue the Dream House Girls!!

Overall this was fine. Overall, I liked the idea of the story but I think I just didn’t really vibe with it..

Follow Your Bliss is a fun and spicy dual POV that is well paced and easy to read, with a beautiful cover that instantly catches a romance reader’s eye. It has a healthy dose of small town, childhood crush and some forced proximity tropes.

I hadn’t come across the topic of organised religion or spirituality in rom coms before - I won’t lie, I was contemplating DNFing when it cropped up as it just isn’t my speed - I was unsure how it would pan out. I’m glad I stuck with it as it was dealt with in a really impartial way and added to the narrative and subsequent growth journey of the two main characters.

The unfiltered, candid nature of Rose’s character really made the book for me. Where some FMCs can come across as saccharine, robotic and unrelatable, I loved her sex positivity. She is a real firecracker; unapologetic and sharp tongued. Jason wasn’t the most memorable MMC ever written but I did enjoy his chapters, he was a thoughtful and kind ‘golden retriever’ which acted as a great foil.

I liked how they communicated, were open and patient with each other for most of the book, even the third act breakup felt like a well intentioned and purposeful arc. The spice was STELLAR! I was blushing in the best way and I think this would keep me coming back for another book in the series.

Ultimately, Follow Your Bliss is a pretty entertaining surface read and if you choose to dive a bit further, is a middle finger to puritan culture while promoting general acceptance/respect for different beliefs and values. At times simplistic, it does still tackle the complexities of external dynamics that can affect a relationship; family expectations, religious and societal pressures which not many books in this genre attempt. Fans of Tessa Bailey, Meghan Quinn and Elsie Silver will enjoy this first instalment of the series!

3.5 stars, rounding to 4 for the sex positivity and spice!

I had the absolute pleasure of getting my hands on an ARC copy of Follow Your Bliss!

First off, the cover is just as stunning as the story inside! This book follows Rose, a bridal seamstress, and Jason, a very swoon-worthy DIY enthusiast. The chemistry between Rose and Jason is undeniable, and their clever banter had me grinning like crazy. I also adored the pictures scattered throughout the story it truly brought the story to life during those special moments!

The book does a fantastic job of addressing anxiety, and the way it's portrayed feels incredibly authentic.

Follow Your Bliss is perfect for readers who crave a blend of sweet and spicy. Rose's humor will have you laughing out loud to yourself, and the dynamic between the characters is just so much fun.

Holly has done an excellent job of addressing trigger warnings at the start of the book so make sure you check those out on her website.

I highly recommend this book, and I’m already excited to dive into Heather’s story next! <3

This was such a cute read. I devoured this so quickly. The relationship & characters were really amazing.

This book was absolutely adorable!! 😍 If you are a fan of Tessa Bailey, you are going to love this book!! I loved it so much I devoured it in a day and a half!

The FMC Rose doesn't believe in marriage, yet her profession is designing and making wedding dresses!! She is funny and sweet. I feel like so many romance authors have a hard time finding the line on making the FMC be cute and quirky but not unbearable and annoying. Holly Rose did such a good job with this!!

The MMC Jason is THEE perfect golden retriever boyfriend! I honestly loved him. My only gripe...is his name haha! I do not love the name Jason, so I just called him Jace while I was reading 🤣

*Dual POV
*forced proximity
*friends to lovers
*golden retriever MMC

Such a cute love story with plenty of spice 🥵 I absolutely CANNOT WAIT to read the rest of the Dream House Girls series and look forward to any other romance series this author puts out!!

HUGE thank you to Star Siren Press, Holly Rose, and Netgalley for an eArc copy of the book to read and review.

I absolutely loved this book!!! The banter was just wonderful and light hearted. The character development was spot on and I loved the way the story flowed!

This book offers a breezy, heartwarming escape, filled with witty banter, endearing mishaps, and just enough chemistry to keep the pages turning. The love interest is suitably charming, with enough depth to make their dynamic engaging, even if some of their conflicts feel a bit predictable.

While the book excels in humor and sweet moments, the protagonist’s personal growth occasionally takes a backseat to the romantic plot. A deeper exploration of their emotional journey could have added more weight to their happily-ever-after.

That said, the supporting cast adds plenty of fun, and the romantic tension is well-paced, making it easy to root for the central couple. The writing is light and engaging, perfect for readers looking for a feel-good story with a few laughs along the way. If you don’t mind a little predictability and enjoy banter-filled romance, this book is a charming pick—just don’t expect too much introspection between the meet-cutes and grand gestures.

Arc review

I enjoyed this book more than I thought in the beginning.
I really liked the main characters & the story development.
loved the connections & friendships in the book.
It's easy to read through.

- dual pov
- spicy
- friends to lovers


Thank you to everyone involved for the arc!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Follow Your Bliss by Holly Rose is a slow-burn, second-chance romance that blends sweetness, spice, and just the right amount of emotional tension.

Rose, a skilled wedding dress designer, reconnects with Jason, a rugged furniture maker turning an old church into a home.
Their long-held crushes spark back to life when Rose is hired to design his sister’s wedding dress, pulling them into each other’s orbit once again.

As they navigate building their businesses—Jason with a strong social media following and Rose just beginning—he encourages her to step out of her comfort zone.

Their chemistry builds gradually, layered with witty banter and shared vulnerability, but personal baggage and family pressure—especially Jason’s desire to prove himself to his disapproving mother—lead to a heartbreaking third-act breakup.

Still, the dual POV adds emotional depth, and the journey to their well-earned HEA is tender, steamy, and deeply satisfying.

There are really cute graphics and texts shared throughout the book that I found added a lot of charm.

I was drawn to this book because of the gorgeous cover, and the premise seemed so fun so I was excited to have the opportunity to read the ARC.

This book is for readers who love instant attraction, silly banter, free-spoken FMCs and soft MMCs. The writing style is fun and easy to follow.

Rose is a wedding dress designer, who after many years ends up moving in with her childhood crush, who happens to be the brother of the bride she's currently designing for. Jason makes furniture and does home renovations, and also runs a very successful social media channel where he shares videos of his work, and he's eager to help Rose create her own channel that will help grow her business.

Interactions between Rose and Jason were very cute and funny, and the dynamic between them was taken in a fresh direction. The chemistry was there, the spice was there, and I loved seeing them work together as partners. While compatible in many ways, there seemed to be a disconnect between the characters in certain areas that I couldn’t overlook; their reactions to some situations made them appear a little childish, which took me out of the story.

I very much related to certain insecurities they both had, and appreciate the anxiety and emotional trauma representation.

Overall, it’s a sweet and fun story, with just a little bit of delicious angst.

2.75 ⭐

Thank you so much to Netgalley, Star Siren Press and the author for providing me with an arc copy in exchange for an honest review.

Rose and Jason have known each other pretty much for their entire lives, at different points in their lives they also had crushes on each other, and in Follow your bliss we seem them reconnect when life brings them back living in the same place. The two end up striking a deal to help each other, they become friends and later succumb to their mutual attraction.

Well, this was a cute and nice romance but, unfortunately, nothing more. I don't really know why, I just feel like I couldn't connect to the story. The characters were okay, their interactions were cute and funny. The story is very fast-paced so maybe that's the reason why I couldn't enjoy it properly.

Follow Your Bliss was very cute romance with great banter, perfect level of spice, and emotional connections between Rose & Jason.

i love romance novels when there’s dual pov, great connection, funny moments, slow burn, and happy endings.

give me a bucket list, friends to lovers, childhood crushes, and forced proximity any day.

I loved this book. Rose and Jason are perfect for each other. This is such a spicy, sexy, hot tamale of a book. A dress designer and woodworker. Oh yeah baby.

Jason is renovating an old church into a home and Rose is a seamstress designing and making wedding dresses. They are both trying to build their own businesses. Jason already has a large following on social media and he’s trying to help Rose to increase her social media presence. This isn’t really insta love because they’ve both had crushes on each other in the past. The wedding of Jason’s sister brings them together again because Rose is making her dress. Could this time be more than a crush? They both have to work through some personal issues with trust but Jason also wants to please his mother since she didn’t like his previous girlfriend. Overall this is a sweet story with plenty of funny banter and a good amount of spicy scenes. The duel POV worked well helping the reader understand each characters inner thoughts & feelings 🌹

Thank you to Netgalley & Star Siren Press for the eArc in exchange for an honest review

I really enjoyed this book as I was looking for something that was modern as opposed to my typical fantasy tastes. I appreciated the link for trigger warnings. I think this book covers issues that many people have had to deal with and does so in a sensitive and intellegent way. The level of spice is what I was looking for but may not be for eveyone. The open and candid messages about sex positivity were also greatly appreciated.