I’m so happy this book is part of a series. It have my Bold Type vibes. I had read a similar book by Lauren Layne but this book still was its own star. It had romance, banter, and sisterhood. I loved every minute of it

If you are looking for a book on the power of friendshipand a beautiful romance, look no farther!!! This story was so fun and cozy. I laughed, I cried, I loved Reid!

Built to Last is the third and final installment in Lexi Blake's Park Avenue Promise series, and what a satisfying conclusion it is! The story brings back all the beloved characters while introducing new faces, such as Reid Dorsey and his brother, Jeremiah, who add depth and dimension to this heartfelt tale.

At first, I wasn't entirely sure where the plot was headed, but as the story unfolded, it all clicked into place. When Harper met Reid, sparks flew, and the chemistry between them became impossible to ignore. Blake masterfully takes readers full circle, returning to the "Gilded Age" property where the three young girls made their pact—a nostalgic nod to the series' roots.

The backdrop of a reality show focused on remodeling and restoring a home added a unique flair to the narrative. Lexi Blake’s writing style is as sharp as ever, skillfully capturing Harper’s biting sarcasm and Reid’s calming demeanor. The relationship between Reid and his brother, Jeremiah, was another highlight, with Jeremiah’s backstory enriching the emotional depth of the novel.

While I did manage to figure out parts of the plot by the midway point, Blake threw in a couple of unexpected twists to keep things engaging. However, there were minor elements that I overlooked and should have been caught…but that means the plot had an extra surprise. It’s nice when you can’t anticipate everything plot turn and the author case surprise readers.

Overall, Built to Last is a delightful read that ties up the series beautifully. Fans of Lexi Blake and the Park Avenue Promise series won't be disappointed. A big thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy and to Lexi Blake for delivering another great story!

4.5🌟

Thankyou sooo mucchh netgalley for this AMAZING read.

I’m in love. I was so captivated by this cover and then I started the book…….
I love how different the plot was and how that it supported feminism. We love girls who support girls!!!!🩷✨
This is a prefect example of grumpy x sunshine.
Reid was amazing!!!! I LOVE him and NEED him soo badly!!!!!
Harper is such a strong MFC and loved her attitude towards stuff.
I love that when she took over her dads business she hired women BECAUSE👏THEY👏 ARE👏JUST👏AS👏CAPABLE👏AS👏MEN👏

The romance in here was perfect. There was also the perfect amount of drama

Plot- 4/5
Spice-0.5-1/5
Recommend-♾️/5

Loved this enemies to lovers home construction romance novel. Tons of heartfelt emotions which overcome the challenges. Highly recommended.

This was such a great book. I loved all the characters, they each have a distinct personality. I love that the three women have been friends for so long and that they are sisters. I also love how Reed and Harper both have grown up in a terrible dynamic and work to be better and more loving to the friends that are family. The ending was great I was in tears. I will be reading the rest of this series now.

Harper & Reid
Enemies to Lovers
Grumpy x Sunshine
Opposites Attract
Workplace Romance

This is the 3rd and final book in this series, and probably my favourite one.

There is great banter and chemistry between Harper & Reid.

I love seeing the other characters in this story and love seeing them all getting their HEA

I blew through this book, and honestly was so upset when it ended. I fell in love with all the characters, not just the best friends (more like sisters) that this series follows, but also the male main character and his brother, as well as the moms.

I love the wisdom, patience, and humor moms are able to add to a story. I love that this story is about pursuing, and giving your energy, to those that truly love and support you. The phrase “fill your soul” is used over and over.

As for the love story between the main characters: I loved it. There is a pretty dramatic shift from enemies to head over heels with no arguments. I do wish there were some arguments after they fell in love as well. But how she decides to handle being pushed away is my all time favorite thing. She is able to stand up to all of the women that think they throw themselves at men and get exactly what they want. I laughed, cried, cheered, and swooned. I did predict the ending pretty easily, but that didn’t take away from me loving it!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy.

I've already stated this in my many, many reviews from Ms. Blake, but I am and have always been a huge fan. This is the third and final book in this trilogy of three women who have been friends since they were children. They made a pack when they were in high school to always stay friends - no matter what - and to try to make it big in NYC. The added bonus as it pertains to this book is that this pact was actually made in this building....the historic Park Avenue brownstone that is being rehabbed. They had a school field trip and one of the stops was the historic building. They snuck away to an empty room and made the pack while eating their lunch. Is that really important? Yes, kind of. It speaks to the importance of the building for Harper.

This was not my favorite book of the trilogy. In fact, I think I probably liked it the least. BUT....that isn't really saying too much because there has not yet been a book by Ms. Blake that is bad in my opinion. Why wasn't it my favorite? Well, this story is an enemies to lovers story and while I don't particularly have an opinion on this type of trope, I REALLY did NOT like the "Hate flirting" (is that even a thing? I just don't know what else to call it) that occurs between Harper and Reid. There were several times that I felt it went too far and just sped right past the whole flirting aspect and became cruel. That is NOT my cup of tea.

However, once we got past that portion, I loved the rest of the story. I really liked Reid (the MMC) and especially loved his brother Jeremiah as characters. Harper (our FMC) was a little bit harder to warm up to, and somewhat rough around the edges (in a good way of course) but by the end I did feel some warmth towards her.

Harper is the last of the three girls to find her "happy ending" so one of the wonderful things was that we got to see the other two girls and their significant others pop in to this storyline quite often. Heck, they are working together to remodel and preserve the historic house. That was awesome.

We got to see the incredibly AWFUL way that Harper was treated by her family and honestly, I would have kicked them all to the curb right away. ESPECIALLY her mother. Man, some women do not have the right to call themselves parents. But, I digress.

We have two storylines going on at the same time. Actually, come to think of it - three storylines. There is Harper and her construction business (and the family drama), there is the remodel with Reid (and the drama with that), and then there is whatever it is that Reid and Jeremiah are dealing with....no spoilers.

In the end, this book wrapped up the trilogy in a perfect bow, tying up all of the loose ends.

Thank you to NetGalley and Blue Box Press for the opportunity to read and review this ARC. The opinions above are mine and mine alone. This book will be out for publication on May 27, 2025.

Sweet, easy read. While this is part of a series, it can easily be read as a standalone. Great chemistry and banter between the FMC and MMC. While the twists were predictable, they didn't takeaway from the story. Great representation of chosen family.

This book was utterly amazing!!! Romantic, heartwarming, tense, heartbreaking, I would absolutely read more by this author! Absolutely brilliant! The title and the cover go so well together, then the plot is stunning to go with the book!

Harper Ross and Reid Dorsey’s fiery journey from rivals to something more is a captivating ride in Built to Last! Set against the glamorous backdrop of a Park Avenue brownstone renovation, this story skillfully blends romance, ambition, and a touch of humor. Harper’s determination to grow her father’s construction business and Reid’s passion for design create the perfect mix of tension and chemistry. Their bickering sparks fly off the page as they navigate their clashing visions.

The setting—the stunning Gilded Age property—adds depth to the story, making the renovation process just as fascinating as the romance. Harper’s grit and Reid’s artistic sensibilities provide a fun dynamic, though some readers might find their initial hostility a bit drawn out. However, their eventual growth and understanding make the payoff incredibly satisfying.

The novel shines in how it balances the personal stakes of both characters with the challenges of their profession. When the project is put in jeopardy, it’s impossible not to root for them to find a way forward—both as a team and as a couple.

If you love enemies-to-lovers romances with a focus on career dreams and gorgeous settings, Built to Last is a wonderful pick. It’s charming, heartfelt, and leaves you believing that with the right person, any challenge can become an opportunity.

Sweet and simple to read. This can be read as a stand-alone, even if it is part of a series. The FMC and MMC have a lot of chemistry and humour. The plot didn't suffer because of the predictable turns. Outstanding illustration of the chosen family.

Overall I highly recommend this book

I loved this book from start to finish. The banter between Harper and Reid was perfect. I enjoyed everything about this story. it was so well written and made me want more from the other characters as well.

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.

I really enjoyed this book! The characters were relatable, the plot was interesting, and the story was great! I would definitely recommend!

This is my first time reading a book in the Park Avenue Promise series, so you don't have to read the books in order. However, now that I have finished, I can't wait to go back and read the other books. I loved the sisterhood between Harper, Ivy, and Anika and the emphasis on found family. It was one of the biggest highlights of the book.

Now, to the couple at hand, Harper and Reid, enemies to lovers, with great banter and great chemistry, you couldn't help but ship them. I love how they came around, and the tie-in to an "HGTV" show was super fun. This will not be the last Lexi Blake book that I read.

Loved it! Loved it! Loved it! I even teared up there at the end.

This was a great series. I loved that we got the same side characters in each book with a few added in book two and then more in this book. I came to love this odd found family and I'm envious of what they all have with each other. I'm looking forward to when the audiobook comes out so that I can do a re-listen.

Harper Ross finally gets her shot at a dream project—a Park Avenue brownstone renovation—but working with perfectionist designer Reid Dorsey is anything but easy. Their creative clashes spark tension, but soon, their rivalry turns into something more. When the project faces challenges, they must decide if their ambitions can align—or if they’re willing to build something even greater together.

A captivating mix of enemies-to-lovers romance and career ambition, Built to Last is a charming, high-stakes love story set against the backdrop of Manhattan dreams.

Built to Last was my first Lexi Blake book, and I can say without a doubt it won’t be my last! The steamy tension between Harper and Reid was so perfectly constructed (pun intended), making their journey from rivals to something more incredibly satisfying. Their ending felt just right for them.

Harper was such a relatable and sassy FMC, and her story was a joy to follow. If you love enemies-to-lovers with career ambition and undeniable chemistry, go read this book!

Thank you to Blue Box Press and NetGalley for early access to this amazing story.

Built to Last is such an engaging mix of friendship, ambition, and romance, all set in the heart of Manhattan. It follows Harper Ross as she takes on a renovation project for her friend’s production company, only to immediately clash with Reid, the project’s designer. But as they work together, their tension slowly turns into something much deeper. Harper’s struggles with an unsupportive mother made her story both emotional and, at times, really relatable. I also loved seeing how much strength she drew from her friendships. This book had me hooked from start to finish. Definitely a 5-star read!
Huge thanks to NetGalley and Blue Box Press for the ARC! in exchange for an honest review!

Built to Last is the third and final book in Lexi Blake’s Park Avenue Promise series. This is the perfect finish to a fantastic trilogy. As always, Ms. Blake proves she is a master wordsmith who can create a story you can’t put down. Built to Last focuses on three friends who must find themselves and while doing so find that you can choose your family.

Even though this is the third in the series, it can be read as a stand alone. But do yourself a favor and check out the first two books in the series.

I received this book from NetGalley for an honest review. I have preordered my own copy.

I enjoy reading books by Lexi Blake. Her latest, Built to Last, was a very fun book. Pick this up on publication day.

This book was so good! The main characters had great chemistry and their banter was so fun! I would recommend this book!

First and foremost, thank you NetGalley and Blue Box Press for the advanced reader copy - I was captivated within the first few pages.

This is the third book in the Park Avenue Promise series and is scheduled for release on May 27, 2025. It is a must-read novel that centers around friendship, ambition, and romance in Manhattan.

The story revolves around three strong women who have shared a close-knit bond since childhood. The main character, Harper Ross is hired to renovate the Benover property for her friend's new production company. She initially clashes with Reid, the project's designer, but their professional tensions gradually transform into respect and a deeper connection as they work together on the renovation.

On a personal note, my heart truly went out to Harper, who lacked support and respect from her own family, especially her mother. I've been incredibly fortunate to have a mother who encouraged me to become the best version of myself, and I’ve passed that same belief on to my daughter, teaching her that she can achieve anything she sets her mind to. It was heartbreaking to see Harper without the nurturing and encouragement that every woman deserves. I was truly grateful she had the unwavering support of her friends.

Final thought... I would love to have a friend like Lydia, whose advice is always spot on!!!

5 out of 5 stars; I'm looking forward to reading more from Lexi Blake!

I like books about found family
I didn’t not read the other two books in this series as their summaries didn’t appeal to me like this one did.
I didn’t feel lost by missing the other two books.
I have read Lexi Blake before and really enjoyed her stories and writing style

I predicted the family secret and who was buying the house but I did enjoy the process of the MCs maturing and realizing what was important to them and how they decided to embark on a path that was their own.

Thank you NetGalley and Blue Box Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Book 3 but my first read in the series and now I must go back to enjoy Book 1 and Book 2. The friendships and relationships explored were fun and interesting. I was entertained throughout the story. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

This was nice quick read. I sometimes felt like I would loose interest in some parts of the story but overall I still enjoyed it. Thank you Netgalley for an arc of this book!

Thank you Get Red PR, Lexi Blake, and 1001 Dark Nights for the gifted copy!

Contemporary romance • Grumpy and grumpier • Enemies to lovers • Opposites attract

“I choose me. I choose us.”

This was such a nice surprise. The cover originally drew me in. Then I thought the premise sounded cute and fun. But it was so much more. Complicated characters full of heart, breaking past internal barriers to truly experience joy. Thriving not just surviving anymore. The push and pull, hilarious banter, and tender moments of letting the curtain fall. I laughed and I cried. I couldn’t love the ending more.

“Yes, this is a mistake, but I want to make it. One selfish decision. Something only for me.”

“I want this. I want to love someone, to go through life with these people who fill my soul. With people I can’t leave alone to face the storms inside them.”

“You can’t. You can’t give up your dreams for me.” “What if I just figured out you are my dream?”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
🔥🔥

I'm new to this series so I was a little confused by the different characters the first couple chapters. Once I got that figured out, I really got into it and thoroughly enjoyed it. Not all of us have great relationships or get the support we need from our mothers. Sadly, I could relate to the dynamic between Lexi and her mother. Now, where do I find a Reid Dorsey? I loved how this character was written and would love to read more. Thank you to Blue Box Press and NetGalley for the advanced read.

📚 Book Review: Built to Last by Lexi Blake
✨ Genre: Romance, Romantic Comedy

📖 Page Count: 308

📅 Date Finished: 21 April
📅 Release Date: 27 May

📝 Synopsis (No Spoilers!)

Harper Ross is employed by one of her close friends to work on a major renovation project and reality TV show, alongside a somewhat difficult day job as CEO of a major family-owned construction company. But Harper isn’t thrilled about her friend’s choice of designer - Reid Dorsey - and they instantly clash.

💭 First Impressions

I loved the cover of this book. I haven’t read any Lexi Blake before but knew she’s a bit of a writing powerhouse and had been meaning to get around to it, hence being really keen to get my hands on an Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) from NetGalley ahead of publication. Thanks Blue Box Press! This meant I hadn’t read the two books already released in the series so was coming in cold. First impressions on picking it up was I loved the writing style (more on that later) and even though I wasn’t gripped by the architecture and building aspects of the story (I’m sorry I have no idea what the Gilded Age is! And still don’t!) I loved the story anyway, and especially loved Harper & Reid.

👥 Characters

I loved the characters - they were fun, relatable and interesting. I liked the back stories for the FMC and MMC and think they were great for setting out why the characters would react how they did. Harper Ross struggles with her family’s dated views about working women, despite their reliance on her. At times, I thought Harper’s mum’s character could risk being a little clunky and reductive - too stereotypically wedded to her views - but it didn’t cross the line where it put me off, and I think explained Harper’s character and reactions to events well. Reid was also well-written and their interactions were great - I loved their dialogue and clashing around the design. One aspect I found a bit difficult as a fresh reader was the mums. Without having read the other two books, I didn’t entirely understand who they all were and how they fit into the story, so that was a little tricky to follow. Last thing on characters was the female friendship - I loved that it was at the heart of the series.

🌍 World-Building / Setting

As someone who learnt what a brownstone was probably in the last 12 months, I’m not really the target audience for this kind of setting but honestly renovation and DIY is having a moment so any of the girlies (and boy-ies?) who are spending weekends at the DIY store and on HouseTok will love the Gilded Age mansion setting.

✍️ Writing Style
Lexi Blake’s writing style is so appealing to me. I’m an absolute sucker for pace, action and short sentences - which keep you turning the page. No wasted words <3. Lexi Blake also does a great chapter structure - see Chapter 3 as an example. The action wraps up, and then there is a minute to sit with the character and see how they are reacting emotionally to what just happened - so you’re building the emotional connection to the character and wanting to know what happens next. One quick thing - I’m not 100% sure but I think there might’ve been a typo in Chapter Thirteen: “cling to one-syllable words when he guts lusty”. Was that supposed to be “gets”?

🔥 Favourite Moments / Quotes

“Why? Why do we have to put a time limit on it?…Are you a delicate flower who can’t handle a little conflict?”
“No one who lives in this home will ever use a sippy cup. And while we’re at it, no, they won’t save the plastic cups from Yankee Stadium or have a single red Solo cup. And I desperately want to kiss you right now. Like I need to walk away this second round I’m going to do something that will send our director right back to whatever spa he recovers at.”

👀 Reaction to other reviews
Some of the other reviewers didn’t like the enemies-to-lovers depiction, finding it a bit mean-spirited. There was a moment in Chapter 9 that I thought was a little bit too mean, but otherwise I took away that they were deliberately riling each other up knowing that they both enjoyed it - and otherwise wouldn't have taken it so far if they were actually getting upset. Another thing that came up was finding it difficult to get past the first chapter and too much reno content. I’ll be honest I skipped past a lot of the reno chat because I have no idea about that, but didn’t think you really needed to pay too much attention to it unless you wanted to,

On the more positive side, other reviewers also mentioned Harper’s family (who were truly so annoying) and the ‘found family’ theme - I think readers who can relate to this will enjoy the book more.

📚 Overall Thoughts

I really enjoyed this book. I must’ve finished it in about 2-3 days and two sittings, and just absolutely zoomed through it. Will now be going back to read the other books - especially Ivy’s! I think it’s the sort of thing I’d recommend for a beach read or a plane journey where you want something light to enjoy and let time pass quickly. Or maybe a bit of a detox after a work day. To up my rating to 5 stars, I think I would’ve wanted something a bit more unique to help it stand out from other similar books in the genre.

⭐ Rating: 4.5/5 stars (I’ll round up to 5 on the system)

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This was a fun, unique read! I loved the setup—three best friends living out a pact they made in high school and chasing their big city dreams - one of them finally getting the chance to renovate the home of their dreams.

Harper is such a hardworking, determined character. I really love HGTV so this was so enjoyable for me. Her dynamic with Reid (the designer on the project) had some great tension and banter, but I wish their relationship had gone a bit deeper. The romance felt a little rushed for me, or maybe just not as fleshed out as I was hoping.

Where this book really shined, though, was in all the details outside the romance—the renovation process, the friendships, the business side of things. It made the story feel full and grounded. That said, there was one character who was way over the top and kind of took me out of the story whenever they showed up.

Still, overall a solid read with a great premise and a lot of heart. Would definitely recommend this book!

Thank you NetGalley, Blue Box Press and Lexi Blake for the opportunity to be an ARC reader in exchange for an honest review.

Sometimes, a book opens so strongly that you’re instantly pulled into the story, unable to put it down. That was almost my experience with Built to Last, the third book in Lexi Blake’s Park Avenue Promise series. But why almost?

I received an Advance Reader Copy (ARC) through NetGalley since Built to Last publishes on May 27, 2025. Many romance series feature different couples book-to-book, and a great portion of those series are designed for stand-alone reading experiences, meaning a reader doesn’t need to read the other books in the series to understand the plot or get to know the characters. But after beginning this third book, I found myself pausing.

When the opening pages hinted at Book 2’s coupling, I knew I wanted to read that story, too. Following that sudden burst of curiosity, I grabbed both previous books and absolutely devoured them.

And let me tell you, it was so worth it.

The Park Avenue Promise series centers around three best friends - Ivy, Anika, and Harper - who made a pact back in high school to not only always be there for one another, but also one day, make it big in Manhattan.

What unfolds over the series is not only a heartfelt exploration of love, ambition, sisterhood, but also the strength that comes from being seen and supported.

A Quick Look Back – The First Two Books

Book 1 – Start Us Up
Ivy Jensen, once heralded in the tech industry for her innovative medical forms company, is trying to rebuild her career after a devastating betrayal that causes her to have to sell that same company. Hint: it includes a really slimy ex. Pretty quickly, we’re introduced to Heath Marino, a brilliant but eccentric coder who dreams of creating a matchmaking app in honor of his grandmother, Lydia, a famed matchmaker in her own right. Ivy and Heath’s partnership blossoms with warmth, understanding, and emotional tension as they try and fail to keep things strictly professional. It’s a slow burn full of growth, healing, and even second chances.

What I loved about Start Us Up is how we met the vast majority of characters who make this series sparkle. We meet Ivy’s best friends - Anika and Harper - in high school and then again in adulthood. We experience the tension between Ivy and her mother, living together but still somehow estranged. CeCe - Ivy’s mentor - jumps off the page in all her quirks and kindness.

You meet even more characters, such as Heath’s roommate, but at the center of it all is a strong sense of sisterhood and found family.

Book 2 – My Royal Showmance
Book 2 follows aspiring movie producer, Anika Fox. For a chance to produce her own film, she goes undercover as a production assistant on the set of a royal reality dating show. Except, she finds herself participating as a candidate, instead. There, she meets Luca St. Marten, a duty-bound king playing the TV game for the good of his struggling country. It’s a whirlwind romance laced with longing.

The opening of this book clearly sets the stage for an emotional plot rife with tension and betrayal, but it doesn’t come from who you might expect. Being on the set of a reality show made me wonder what was real or performed, perfectly aligning with Anika’s secret assignment. You also meet her mother, her mother’s business partner, key members of the production set, along with an entire cast of women who are on the show for a variety of reasons. Each chapter revealed more to love.

Book 3 - Built to Last – Harper’s Story
Which brings us to the third book, where Harper Ross gets a taste of living her dreams.

In Built to Last, she finally has the opportunity to renovate one of the Park Avenue mansions. The location itself is a symbol of success and a full-circle moment for her and her friends. In fact, Anika owns it, and has hired her for part of the restoration and construction work. The twist? She’s not working on it alone. Reid Dorsey, a talented designer who dropped out of the public eye after his renovation show with his brother abruptly ended, is brought in to collaborate.

They get off to a bad start, as any enemies-to-lovers book begins. Still, sparks fly.

What starts as an intense workplace friction slowly transforms into mutual respect and, eventually, something deeper. Something calm and understood. As a reader, I found myself invested in their back-and-forth journey. Their journey took longer than most enemies-to-lovers storylines I’m familiar with, but so much about themselves and their backgrounds had to not only be revealed, but also worked through. Being with the other person - wholly - came with facing several obstacles.

I won’t spoil anything more, but if you’re curious, you have plenty of time to read books 1 and 2 before Built to Last publishes next month!

Characters & Found Family

One of the shining stars of this series is CeCe. She began as Ivy’s mentor, slowly transformed into Ivy’s mother-figure, before developing almost into the fairy godmother for all three women. The series would not be the same without her, and not just because of how Built to Last ends. She supports each woman - Ivy, Anika, and Harper - and uplifts their sisterhood.

As for the main trio, their friendship is a constant thread throughout the series. Even as each book focuses on one woman’s journey, the others are never far behind—with words of encouragement, witty banter, and the kind of support only soul-deep friends can offer. Friends we all want and hope to have. The idea of a village comes to mind, because they honor their bond through each part of their lives.

I think that’s why I appreciate each of their love interests, who truly could not be more different. We struck gold there, or rather, Lexi balanced the wants and wounds of her couples in ways that continually carry each story forward. As a writer, I’ll be thinking of these pairings and their journeys for a long, long time.

Writing Style & Pacing
More to that point, Lexi writing is effortlessly engaging. It’s a nice blend of heart, humor, and heat. If there was a recipe to be had for romance novels - and there isn’t, believe me, we’ve all looked - she’s nailed it. Each book flows with a natural rhythm that makes binge-reading all three an absolute joy. I never found myself wishing for more or less, for a moment to happen quicker or slower.

Truly, I think what Lexi does best is give her characters the space to be vulnerable without ever losing their spark.

Final Thoughts
Built to Last was the perfect finale to a beautifully written trilogy. Watching Harper come into her own—both professionally and personally—while allowing her sisterhood to help was so satisfying. The backdrop of a renovation thematically worked with the different threads Lexi weaved, between books and for Harper’s specific stand-alone story. The initial promise made between these women ultimately became fulfilled across the series, and it left me wishing for a sisterhood of my own.

But is the Park Avenue Promise series really complete?

Given that Lexi has written 117 books across 11 different series and subgenres of romance, I’m hopeful this isn’t the last time we see these characters. Perhaps Darnell Green, Heath’s roommate, will meet someone after all is said and done if Anika produces a movie adaptation of his novel. Maybe we’ll get to see CeCe’s love story, though her late husband is never actually seen within the current books. Ivy’s mother eventually falls for CeCe’s driver, Thomas, as a very small side plot. Then there’s Heath’s grandma, Lydia, who is an absolute scheming delight. I refuse to believe her matchmaking days are behind her, but I can also say I’m curious about how they began, especially having read Lunar Love earlier this year.
Oh, and who could forget the entire cast we are introduced to in Book 2, on the set of the royal reality dating show?

There’s no telling where Lexi could take this series next. I know I’m looking forward to finding out, and I hope you’ll consider giving the series a read!

This one is a second-chance romance with all the feels—deep history, undeniable chemistry, and that perfect slow burn that makes you want to shout “JUST KISS ALREADY!” at your screen. Lexi Blake builds characters you believe in, ones with scars and soft spots, grit and grace.

Jax and Presley? They’re the kind of couple that makes you root hard and feel everything—from their heartbreak to their healing. The blend of small-town charm, sizzling tension, and emotional honesty had me hooked start to finish.

If you love stories about love that lasts, even when life gets messy—this one’s for you. Romantic, real, and ridiculously satisfying. 💕🛠️

I give this one a solid 3.5 stars rounded to 4. I realized something about myself while reading this book. I absolutely love Lexi Blake, but hate the enemies to lovers trope. If you do love it, then you'll love this book. The ending did bring it all together, and I enjoyed it, but the fighting stresses me out. That is on me and not Lexi Blake. She is one of my favorite authors and can definitely write a good book.

Thank you to NetGalley, Lexi Blake, and Blue Box Press for the opportunity to read this book.

Book three in this delightful series did not disappoint. There are many secrets woven into this story - for the main characters, the secondary characters, even the house they are all rehabbing. The ending where everything is displayed to perfection.
Harper and Reid's love story is a rocky one. Physical attraction is one this and they have it in spades. But for a relationship to foster they need to trust one another and for a large percent of the book they do not. But when they do, when they both finally let go of the fear, it's a perfect union.
5 stars for this end of the series. Thankyou to Netgally and Lexi Blake for a sneak peek. The entire series was fab but this one was the best.

3.5🌟
2.5🌶️
Enemies to lovers, forced proximity romance. This was a fun book to read. I really enjoyed all the characters and conflicts (even though the mother was insufferable). My only complaint is how little we saw of the relationship building between Harper and Reid. Wished we had more deep conversations between them. Definitely interested in reading the other stories in this series.

I've been a long time fan of Lexi Blake and she did not disappoint. I enjoyed reading this modern day HEA. The characters continuation from other books in the series were excellent. Free ARC for honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the e-arc. I enjoyed the story a lot. It had a great plot and character development. The characters were really flushed out and were relatable. This was a cute and charming story.

This is a cute enemies to lovers book focused on Reid and Harper. They get off to a rocky start, not quite enemies but potential enemies, and soon find their chemistry is off the charts. Loved the banter between the characters, the friendships that are unwavering, and the added enjoyment of the HGTV part. Overall a great read, and wonderful final book in an awesome series.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Harper and Reid appear to come from two different worlds. Harper was the daughter her father never wanted, so she was raised to be the son he wanted in the family’s construction business. Reid appears to have been raised with a silver spoon, however, things are not always what they seem. These two both have the weight of their worlds on their shoulders and are more a like then they originally thought. We start out with a misunderstanding on Reid’s part, because such a beautiful woman could never be a contractor. And it goes from there…

This was fun. We have some banter, drama and a beautiful found family. I loved Harper from the beginning, however, how she maintained a relationship with her family for so long is beyond me…. Burn that bridge. You see the sisterhood between Harper and her two best friends from the beginning, as well as, how much the moms love these girls and it was absolutely beautiful. From giving advice and guidance to offering to hire an assassin… two very different methods for solving problems. I loved it.

Thank you NetGalley and Blue Box Press for the ARC.

I am a huge fan of traditional romance, but I have to admit that there are certain “tropes” that I enjoy more than others. One of my absolute favorites has always been “enemies to lovers.” Because of this, I was extremely excited to read this book. I was a bit nervous about reading the final book in a series that I had not yet read the first two books of, but, thankfully, I was still able to read it as a “standalone.”

I will say that while it initially did take a minute for me to get into the book due to the background information given from the second two books, but eventually I did get really hooked into the book. I liked that it was told in first person.

This book has one of the most satisfying endings I have read in quite a while. Although I started to see both of the twists coming (I mentally stood up and clapped after one of them), I still enjoyed them both.

All in all, I definitely enjoyed this book. I would absolutely love to read a bonus epilogue!

**I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**

I loved Built To Last. It is the third of the series—my first Lexi Blake book—but I’m absolutely going to go back and read the first two. I adored Harper. She was so easy to relate to and root for. I loved her honesty and sarcasm, as well as her friendship with Ivy and Anika. There was amazing chemistry between her and Reid that had a very inevitable, meant-to-be feel. The extended family added a lot to the book. From Reid’s brother, Jeremiah, to the “mothers”, they brought warmth and caring into the story which balanced the cruelty from Harper’s mother and cousins. They were all actively working against, judging and putting down Harper at every turn. Reid began the story a bit standoffish and self-righteous, but once the reader got to know him a little better, it was easier to understand where he was coming from. I didn’t love the Britta part of the story. It was too much secrecy and manipulation, though I felt better about it once I the whole situation came to light.

Thank you to NetGalley, Blue Box Press and Lexi Blake for an advanced reader copy (eARC) in exchange for an honest review.

Cute book! Writing is fine, nothing incredible. Friendships felt a little forced in the beginning. Banter was good. Would recommend for a quick, fun read.

Harper is CEO of her father’s construction company. She is thrilled when her friend asks her to do the construction work on an old mansion. The work will be filmed, and she will work with brothers, Jeremiah and Reid, as designers. Harper and Reid did not hit it off well when he obviously did not want to work with a woman construction boss. They are constantly fighting but keeping the old mansion in tact is important to her and expensive to Reid. I loved the contrast of how Harper is treated by her family including her mother at her construction company. No one wants her as CEO and all she gets is criticism. When on the job with her friends she is appreciated. I loved the banter between Reid and Harper and how hard Jeremiah worked to keep peace among them. Great book with wonderful characters. Lots of romance, and twists in the story. Great example of how family is not always what you are born into.

I love and Lexi Blake writes. I was very excited of opportunity to read this early. This series has been such a fun ride. Built to last takes place after My Royal Showmance. In this story Harper finally gets what she has always dreamed of and is working on one of the magnificent brownstones of Park Avenue. However the new contractor Reid and Harper can’t agree. The story goes from there and it is an extremely enjoyable ride. I would definitely recommend.

Thank you to Netgalley, Lexi Blake and Blue Box Press for this ARC