2.5 stars

While reading the other stories of Bachelor Bake-Off series, I've learned that male character of this book is the bachelor sponsored by Harry Monroe's family, the name that major in the making the Bake-Off event. And so I was kinda expecting there'd be quite a bit of Monroe factor prominent in this book. I couldn't be more wrong. But that's not the major issue.

Of the stories I read so far, Sprinkled with Love has the least bake-off substance in it. It's not necessarily a bad thing. Like the others, Avery got roped into participating in the event despite his lack of baking skill. This bachelor turned to old friend Jillian to help tutoring him. So yeah, the bake-off still played a part in bringing these two friends together. Somewhat. What - or who - the real trigger was actually Romeo, the cat. It could've been a cute and romantic tale. If only I love the MCs.

The story's off to a good start and I actually liked Avery at first. Bear with me, this is gonna be a long one...

After the death of his parents Avery took care the role of guardian to his two younger siblings seriously (with some help from Jillian as the youngsters's nanny). His siblings, rodeo career, and work at Crooked S Ranch were his focus; he was oblivious that Jillian bore a feeling for him.

The story started a few months after the siblings gone to college and military and Jillian no longer worked for the family. When he met her again, courtesy of Romeo the cat, he began to notice Jillian and the sparks between them. This guy loved his family so much he's willing to do anything for them; who wouldn't love that kind of guy!!

But then as the story goes, Avery started to act - in my opinion - weird, fickle, and judgy. He let anything - and I mean ANYTHING - affect his judgement and decisions on things! So, no. He's not a true cowboy material for me. Jillian was still an okay character; a bit too affected by town-gossips but still showed some spines; still want to help making things right.

The crux of the matter here is Avery. His fickleness made the story run around in circles; I don't want to settle down, do I want to settle down? I shouldn't make a move on Jillian, I'm gonna get her to accept me, I don't deserve her, I will not give up, she still had feelings for that guy, I'll leave town and go back to rodeo. That was the bulk of the story to me. It's really exhausting to follow Avery changes of fragile feelings. He really made this entry to the series felt overly long.

Plus, the pacing of the story is erratic; I lost track of the sequence in some of the scenes. And frankly, I don't really need the epilogue to confirm the happy ending. The hurried (and anticlimactic) last chapter was more than enough for that.

At least there is the kiteh! Thank gads for Romeo (and Marshmallow) who made the hero's acting out rather bearable for me. The cats earned special point for them alone. Sad really; I thought I was gonna love this book!


Advanced copy of this book is kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The third book in the Bachelor Bake-Off series had a more somber tone to it then the first two books. There was quite a lot of push/pull between Avery and Jillian...the two misconstruing, making false assumptions about the other, and generally looking at each other in the wrong light, which was frustrating at times. If they'd just come out and asked, or spoke their mind, the false assumptions would never occurred. But I suppose that is the point the author was trying to get across. The drama of the story centered more about Avery and Jillian thinking wrongly about each other a majority of the time definitely took the limelight off the bake-off and the message it carried in the other stories.

Overall, the story was well written, flowing smoothly and quickly, with much less of the light heartedness of the other books in the series. It also had much less of the backstory about the bake-off fundraiser and the other bachelors participating in the event, leaving much of that dimension out of the story and making it more of a stand alone then part of the series set in Marietta, Montana. There was also very little mentioned about the town or its inhabitants...which carried through the other books.

This book was provided by the Publisher and Netgalley, I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

So far I've really enjoyed these Bachelor Bake-Off books and this one is no exception. This story isn't quite as light and fluffy as the others but it's very entertaining all the same. Avery Wainwright is another bachelor that has gotten roped into the bake-off by well meaning relatives. There is no way he can get through this without some help. Who better than his good friend Jillian Parker.

I recommend this one to everyone.

another sweet romance in this series. all can be read stand alone but why would you. Everyone finds love at the Bake-off. Fun story good cause read this.

This is the third instalment of the Bachelor bake off series. I am enjoying this series, however this book was a little bit of a let down. There's too much drama going on for the storyline to be completely enjoyable.
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Jennifer Faye has a confectionery delight on her hands with Sprinkled with Love. Avery and Jillian, lest we not forget Romeo the cat are the sweetest blend of sugar and spice and a few hardcore life lessons are fit in along the way. Both have to learn to take risks and appreciate the blessings ahead of them instead of the sorrows in their pasts. Factor in small town living with a hosts of helping hands that are as adorable as they are nosy and you have a charming piece of heaven wrapped up in a tiny bundle.

The Bachelor Bake Off series gets more competitive in book 3 - “Sprinkled with Love,” when Jillian Parker and Avery Wainwright team up to conquer the baking competition. Friends since childhood, Jillian became the full time nanny to Avery’s twin siblings who are 9 years his junior when their parents died.

The twins now grown, Jillian has become one of Marietta’s newest business owners and Avery is back home for an enforced hiatus from the rodeo due to an injury. Seeing each other again, the attraction that has been turned to embers due to their employer-employee relationship in the past has become sparks. But, will it become a full-blown love affair when both are still so reticent about their feelings for each other.

A poignant romance of two very stubborn people, “Sprinkled with Love” is a story of how everything can go wrong when two people are so right for each other. A drama-com, “Sprinkled with Love” has bittersweet moments mixed dotted with laugh out loud instances that makes it a joy to read.

“Sprinkled with Love” is Rated T for Teens. There are no sex scenes in this book.

3 1/2 STARS!

With Book 3 of The Bachelor Bake-Off, Jennifer Faye brings us contestant Avery Wainwright’s story! The plot is a bit slow, but the characters are fun … especially the matchmaking cats!

When Avery Wainwright comes home from the rodeo circuit to recover from an injury, the last thing he expects to be doing is learning to bake, but his little sister somehow sweet talks him into taking part in the town’s Bachelor Bake-Off. What’s he getting himself in for?

Jillian Parker might be super busy with her newly opened store in Marietta, Montana, but she can still find time to help a friend learn to bake! Will Avery and Jillian spending time together bring bake the old crush she used to have on him? And will it finally open his eyes to the fact that she’s a woman?

I really enjoyed this wonderful story of second chances. I love this authors work, she always gives us a great story line with unique and interesting characters. The attraction between Jillian and Avery is amazing but the road to happily ever after has many obstacles! Don't miss this book, it is well worth reading.

I was really looking forward to this book in the Bachelor Bake-Off series because of the “Romeo” teaser – I’m a sucka for a conniving cat! Ms. Faye delivers a funny, poignant, and touching story about two lost souls…who are hoodwinked by a cat. Both Jillian and Avery have to work through pasts that have deeply affected them. At times, I wanted to urge them along, to deal with their issues and talk to one another, but that’s the part that engaged me in the story. Reading about Avery learning to bake? Priceless! All I could think of was “Ooooh! Shiny things!” whenever he would lose his concentration. I recommend this book; it has all the elements of an entertaining evening’s read.

Sprinkled with Love is Bachelor Bake-Off Book 3. I looked to see if I had read anything else by Jennifer Faye but did not see anything so this is a new author for me to read. As for this book she has continued the Bachelor Bake-Off Series in the same wonderful fashion as the other Marietta, Montana books. In this case, we have a true cowboy in Avery. He loves ranching, rodeo-ing and his family. There is a small mystery concerning his guilt over his parents but for the most part it is a straight-forward romance between a clueless guy and a people-pleaser woman.

I like both of these characters but the story slows down to a “Will-he, won’t he. Should she, shouldn’t she” circle in the middle of the book. I do wish that had moved faster, but overall the story is solid. I did love the added events with the cats, they gave a sweet humor to the story.

Sprinkled With Love is another sweet romance in the Montana Born Bachelor Bake-Off series. Book three in the series, this one stands alone well as do the others though they will help with context and are also light, sweet reads. Jillian and Avery are both likeable characters, though for my money, the stars of this show are Romeo the matchmaking cat and his romance interest Marshmallow. The plot is straightforward, following the baking theme for which the series is named. I liked this story. It offers light, escapist reading and can easily be enjoyed in one lazy afternoon.

This is a great book; this is the third book in the Bachelor Bake Off series written by Jennifer Faye. This is a great book with a wonderful story and well developed characters. This book will keep you reading long into the night. If you are looking for a great book, then you need to read this book. I am looking forward to reading the next book by this great author. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader’s copy of this book. The free book held no determination on my personal review.

Rating: 4.5/5

Overview:

This series, set in Marietta, Montana concerns the participants in the Bachelor Bake-Off which is being organised to help finance ‘Harry’s House’, a house where it is planned children can go, take part in activities, learn key life skills and be helped with their studies. A safe place for them all being created in memory of Harry Monroe, a first responder who was tragically killed whilst endeavouring to help an elderly couple. Each story in the series has one of the bachelor’s participating in the bake-off as the focus.

My Review:

This is the third novel in the series and stars Romeo, the matchmaking cat! As you might guess from that, the story has many laugh out loud moments as Jillian Parker is the daughter of Romeo’s human - come on, cat’s always seem to choose the human they relate to rather than a human being their owner! Whilst cat sitting, Romeo, a house cat, makes a break for freedom - closely followed by a chasing Jillian racing through the snow and out onto the road. This is where Avery Wainwright, an injured rodeo star, is driving home and almost hits Jillian. The two have a history. After his parents were tragically killed in a car crash, he raised his younger siblings with Jillian acting as their housekeeper and carer. She always loved him but he never showed any interest in being more than her employer. Now the youngsters have left home, he’s usually riding the rodeo circuit and she’s just set herself up in business so she’s determined not to succumb again. However, his sister has entered him into the Bachelor Bake-Off. He can’t not support such a great community cause but he needs help and turns to Jillian for lessons in baking. Working together again, could this prove to be their recipe for love?

This story has great characters, a real sense of humour, plenty of angst and turmoil and is a fantastic read. I thoroughly enjoyed escaping into it and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys romantic comedies with an injured cowboy and independent but loving lady. There will be a few burnt offerings and mix ups on their spicy journey but, with Romeo’s help, baking will prove their recipe for romance and the ending is swoon worthy!

Many thanks to the publishers for gifting me a copy of this novel, via NetGalley, with no obligation. This is my honest review.

Sprinkled With Love is a good story, well written and while not as lighthearted as the others in this series (so far), still an enjoyable read. Unfortunately, I was unable to connect with either Jillian or Avery. Without liking or caring about the main couple, it’s hard to love a romance. So I’m going to stick with my “good” book opinion and simply leave it at that.

When in Marietta, Montana I expect a certain feel to the story, to involve the townsfolk in some way or another. The sense of community, neighbors and people who care about one another is very strong in the ongoing adventures set in this country – cowboy – small town feeling place. I also got very little impressions of the actual gearing up for Avery’s part in the bake-off. What I did get was the impression of two people who kept missing the mark with each other, the timing off somehow. While Jillian had feelings for Avery for a long time, he didn’t return them only friendship. When Avery did decide to notice Jillian, he was all over the place in his indecision of whether or not to follow through on a relationship. So, like I said earlier – while it’s a good stand alone kind of story in general – it wasn’t one that I got caught up in enough to care one way or the other about the outcome. And it honestly pains me to say that, but this one missed that “it’s great to be back in Marietta” feeling for me.

The true stars of this story were the adorable cats Romeo and Marshmallow. Romeo certainly did live up to his name.

*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*

This series has me hooked with its sweetness and inspired me to bake to my heart's content. Sprinkled With Love is an adorable second chance romance where two people who grew up together, who used to work together, and who has supported each other through tough times in life finds themselves facing new challenges in life. And no one expected the bake off contest to be the most challenging one Avery Wainwright would face that winter.
Avery is a character easy to like. He hasn't had it easy, yet he managed to make the most of it. When Avery and his siblings lost their parents, he claimed the responsibility of his sister and brother and raised them to the best of his knowledge. His dreams of owning a farm drove him to the rodeo circuit, though he soon found out raising the money to buy a farm would be harder than he thought. He has always liked Jillian, while they were kids in school, as well as when she was a nanny to his brother and sister. The rumors about them being a couple while they worked together - those he thought best to be ignored since there was no truth to them.
Jillian Parker worked for Avery for years and fell in love with him. She worked hard to move on when she realized Avery wasn't interested. She finally feels that she left the dreams of a future together behind, and is now going after her own dreams: the handmade jewelry store in Marietta.
I enjoyed the baking adventures Avery and Jillian had and the honest heart to heart talks while they baked. In their personal relationship, they had a lot of back and forth, accordion type action. The author did a splendid job with the angst, letting it keep the story on the edge but never taking it too far to make it overwhelming. Avery and Jillian had a good of foundation to built the new relationship on. They knew each other better than the most, they had faced difficult and challenging things together before, only if they had learned to communicate better while at it, they would have saved themselves from a lot of trouble.
A picture perfect date under the Marietta skies, hot kisses stolen at every opportunity, baking that had me salivating and wanting to try the modified version of Cowboy cookies, and two friends fumbling with life and love while trying to find a new direction. A sweet and tender tale that had me smiling
~ Four Spoons

A sweet romance with a mischievous cat that has a way of bringing people together.

Jillian Parker always had a thing for Avery Wainwright, but never let him know. Now that he is back in town, she can't get her mind off him. And it was all because her mother's spoiled cat Romeo decided to take off running when she opened the door. He ran right out onto the icy road where Jillian nearly got hit by a truck that Avery was driving.

Avery was back in Marietta to recuperate from an injury he got while in a rodeo. But the first thing he did when he got to town was almost hit someone standing in the middle of the road. When he saw it was Jillian, he couldn't believe his eyes. She had gotten even more beautiful since the last time he had seen her.

When Avery's sister informs him, she has signed him up for the Bachelor Bake-Off, Avery decides he needs help learning to bake. He asks Jillian to teach him because he knows she can bake. When they get together for Avery's baking lessons, Avery is tempted to make a move on Jillian, but Jillian keeps pulling away. Will Avery ever be able to get Jillian to see him as more than just a friend?

I thoroughly enjoyed Jillian and Avery's story. Romeo was a cute addition to the story as well. This is another great addition to the Bachelor Bake-Off series.

A sweet story of unrequited young love that eventually turns into romance. Avery, of course, is quite clueless and stuck in his own head whereas, Jillian has worn her heart on her sleeve for the longest time only to never be noticed by Avery. This time she is determined not to feel like a fool once again. Fortunately, Avery is beginning to realize that his feelings for Jillian are more than they seem but he can't help getting in his own way.

3.5 Stars
I was drawn to this book because of the matchmaking cat. I must say that was my favorite part being the cat lover I am. I also enjoyed Romeo's own love story unfold. Poor Avery is so oblivious when it comes to Jillian. Jillian had a crush when she worked as a nanny for him now she says she's moved on, but once Avery comes back to town she's proved wrong. It was fun to watch Jillian teach Avery how to bake. It's a sweet, light-hearted read.

Sprinkled with Love is a sweet story with a lot of potential. There’s a lot to like about Jennifer Faye’s Bachelor Bake-Off story. Jillian and Avery are good-hearted protagonists who are easy to root for, and when you add in a couple of hilarious cats, it’s clear that this story has the makings of a feel-good romance.

When Avery and Jillian are on the same page, Sprinkled with Love made me smile. They have an easy chemistry and a solid history that means their love story should have unfolded in an organic manner. However, while all the elements are there, the story is dragged down by general miscommunication, the dreaded “big misunderstanding,” a lot of unnecessary push-pull, waffling about big life decisions that didn’t always make sense, and an abrupt ending. I was never quite sure what Avery wanted, likely because a lot of the time he didn’t know what he wanted. As for Jillian, she fell for Avery when she worked for him before, but he never made a move on her (which made sense to me, given that she was a live-in babysitter and housekeeper in his employ). That her feelings were hurt made sense, but it felt wrong that she (and others) seemed to blame him because half the town assumed she was waiting for him to marry her back then. Little things like these picked away at my enjoyment of the story, which was a pity because I really wanted to love Sprinkled with Love. With a bit more fleshing out and a bit less back-and-forth and false drama, the story could have gone from ok to great. As it stands, Ms. Faye’s writing has enough charm to make the story entertaining even when I was frustrated with Jillian and Avery. And of course, the story is also buoyed by the antics of the lovelorn Romeo and Marshmallow, the previously mentioned scene-stealing cats. Overall, Sprinkled with Love was a bit hit-and-miss for me, but I’m definitely looking forward to reading more Bachelor Bake-Off books and I will be looking for more of Ms. Faye’s work in the future.

This was a sweet (see what I did there?) story about a possible second chance romance. Jillian has started a new business with her best friend and has also moved into her mother's in-law quarters (a detached house on the same lot). Of course her mother is determined that her Jillian's finger not be bare for long. Avery is back in town with an injury and runs into Jillian, literally. Well almost. Jillian is chasing her mother's black cat Romeo as Avery is driving up in the dark. Avery needs Jillian's help and Jillian needs to steer clear of Avery.

A good story worth a re-read. And reading the other books in the series!

The blurb made Sprinkled with Love sound like it would be a lot of fun with the pseudo-drama of a Bachelor Bake-Off and kitties. The kitties deliver. Unfortunately, the Bake-Off takes a backseat to the waffling of the two main characters. It was disappointing that after every kiss they shared, there was a statement to the effect that “this was a mistake.” Jillian and Avery never really came together as a couple for me. They seemed to have little spark.

The kitties, however, worked and were charming. The little that there was of the Bake-off was good with Avery proving time and again that he’s probably a better cowboy than baker. This reader would have enjoyed more of the Bake-Off than the repetitive thoughts of the main characters.

If you’re in need of an extra fluffy romance with a matchmaking cat named Romeo, this one’s for you!

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a story that had all the right elements to be great. It had heroic self-sacrifice, a cowboy (in books theyvare always heroes, right?), a sweet woman who was in his background, animals, and a bake-off contest.

This should have worked together to be the best of the series, yet it wasn't. Missed opportunities to turn Avery into a great character left him seeming like he waffled back and forth. Make a decision and move with it, man! Jillian was a better developed character, but I wanted her to stand up for herself instead of going through his uncertainty. But maybe I was just feeling impatient the day I read this.
The last thinkninwant to point out is that the whole bake-off theme isn't strong enough in this story. It seems to have disappeared in some places. Other books left me hoping for the inclusion of a recipe, but not this one.

Book three out of five in the Bachelor Bake off in Marietta, Montana. Avery is back after injury in the rodeo, and gets talked into the bachelor bake off by his sister. Jillian, who used to work as his nanny to his younger siblings, and she helps him learn how to bake. The sparks between then are a little soft in this one, but overall still fun reading. The two cats are a fun side story, and at times more exciting than the humans. Still, highly recommend this book and series.

Avery Wainwright is finally ready to start his life. He became his brother and sister's guardian at a young age, and did what he needed to take care of them. Now they are grown and making their own way, so it's his turn to figure out what he wants from life. Recuperating from a rodeo accident sends him back to Marietta with plenty of time to think. His sister, afraid he will be bored, meddles a little and enters him in the Bachelor Bake-off...why not? The cupcakes he made every year for their birthday were amazing...but if he needs help, why not ask Jillian?
Jillian Parker started as a babysitter, then became the nanny when Avery's parents died. She spent many years as the person Avery could rely on while pining after him and enduring the town gossip about their relationship. She finally got over him and is making her dream of a jewelry shop a reality. When Avery asks for help with the Bachelor Bake-off, how can she say no to her friend?
Then there is Romeo, the cat she adopted for her Mom to keep her mind of Jillian's love life. Romeo has a propensity for escaping and ending up at Avery's trying to win the affection of his sister's cat, Marshmallow.
As these two work through the past and each other’s misconceptions, can they find their way into a future together? This was a quick read with a bit of fun and a bit of drama. There was not as much baking as theprevious books in the series, but it is nice addition. As with the others, this book can be read as a stand alone.

The Bachelor Bake-Off series continues to deliver sweet romances. The latest, Jennifer Faye's Sprinkled with Love, gives us two characters that belong together. Jillian and Avery are assisted by the matchmaking cat, Romeo. With their history, I couldn't help but hope that this time would be the perfect time for them.

I'm enjoying the Bachelor Bake-Off series and can't wait to read about the remaining bachelors.

2.5- 3 stars

This one sounded promising. Sexy cowboys, second chance romance, family set up, bake offs! But there must have not have been the right amount of cooking because this one fell flat for me.

Jillian and Avery didn't seem to have much of a spark. To be honest, they were kind of boring. I found myself flipping through half of the book because nothing was really going on. I found myself more inserted in the cate than then people... and I am not a cat person!

It takes so long for anything to happen in this book and it's so wordy. As sweet as a story as this is, it is just pretty plain like getting a cupcake without frosting or sprinkles.