ARC received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I got a chapter into this and thought the description of the secondary couple was a bit familiar and then realised this was a sequel of sorts to Temptation. Brooke and Cassie from that story, plus their kids, Noah (still the most polite, well-behaved child ever) and Ava, are hosting MC Josie as their ‘artist in residence’, since Brooke’s wealth was well established in their book it’s not surprising that this story takes place in a wealthy ‘summer’ town. Josie is hoping to find a mentor while in town to help her develop her art. Unlike Cassie, who was an entitled brat, Josie is much more down to earth and happy to find her own way in the world.

Brooke and Cassie’s neighbour Olivia is the other MC. Olivia is also an artist and about 12 years older than Josie (Brooke and Cassie also have an age gap). She’s experienced a fairly recent tragedy and therefore keeps to herself and appears a bit aloof. Olivia and Josie meet early on, and though Josie (who’s POV is the only one given in the book) is instantly attracted, Olivia appears annoyed by her presence in the first few meet ups.

I liked both characters, they were both lovely and interesting on their own, but I didn’t really buy the relationship. Olivia is very closed off initially, and then after one date, is ready to jump into bed with Josie. They do spend a lot of time together through art, and I enjoyed their interactions, but felt they lacked heat. I think having a switching POV may have helped here, because as with Temptation, which only featured Cassie’s POV when Brook was the more interesting character, including Olivia’s POV, especially around how she felt about Josie in light of her personal tragedy, would have added much more dimension to the story.

I still struggled with Josie being so young though, she’s only 23, and I found it hard to believe that she was old enough life experience wise for Olivia, who is also established in the art world and rich, so the disparity between their wealth and life experience just seemed like very big hurdles to overcome.

Apart from another gallery owner and some of Josie’s coworkers, there’s not much in the way of secondary characters outside of Cassie and Brooke, who are now a picture perfect couple, and Noah, who has some lovely interactions with Josie. He was the highlight of Temptation, and is enjoyable here too.

The inevitable breakup occurs around the 85% mark and I’d have enjoyed this more if the characters had actually had a discussion about ending their relationship, but it just ends on Olivia’s terms. Then there’s a time jump before the characters reunite. I found the end a bit rushed, with an apology all it took to sort out some significant issues. There’s an epilogue that also wraps everything in a nice big bow to add to the HEA.

This isn’t my favourite Bryant book, but it’s a nice easy read. Anyone who enjoyed Temptation will enjoy this. 3 stars.

Firstly I have to say Kris Bryant is an outstanding author and really knows how to write a fantastic story......Cherish being one of those.

Cherish has it all, chemistry between Josie and Olivia which grows as you read on, the budding friendship, the link in with Brooke Cassie and Noah from Temptation . Oh and it has some very hot moments

There were times while reading when I thought 'fan me down with a wet lettuce'

Would I recommend: A big yes. If your looking for a good story with 'phew' moments this is the one for you

would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this book

josie lockner has been awarded for the summer a artist in residency in goda and when she finds out it with the wellingtons a very wealthy and prominent family she is hoping that will spring board her career hopefully with getting her name out there and maybe a few commissions of art work

on her first walk at dusk along the beach trying to get use to her bearings and the lifestyle that she is surrounded by she meets Olivia Monteclair.... who isnt the least bit friendly

but it doesnt put josie off

and during her residency she angles to try and meet up with olivia more often...

this book just made me wish i was talented with a brush and paints being able to draw and must be lovely
a really nice read

Cherish is in short a read to be cherished. Josie has earned an art residency to spend the summer in Goda, MA. She’s there to hone her craft & focus on her art. Despite telling herself the summer is for art not crushes she can’t help but be drawn to Olivia, her seemingly cold, snarky and beautiful neighbor. I loved both these main characters & cheered them on & cried for them as they figured not only each other out but themselves.

Icing on this delicious cake was getting to be reunited with Brooke & Cassie (& Noah) & seeing what they’ve been up to 6 years after the end of Temptation.

My only regret is that I ripped through Cherish in 1 day.

This was just ok. The story starts off pretty slow, it is supposed to be about a young artist starting a residency for the summer but it’s mostly just her in a rich summer town. This just didn’t provide much that was believable or drew me in. I personally didn’t like any of the characters and I didn’t buy the attraction, but that is just my opinion.
Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC

I loved this book from start to finish. It is one of my favorite books I’ve read in awhile. If I hear age gap and slow burn, I will come running, and Kris Bryant does both of those things seriously well. Also the cover is beautiful, it’s what first drew we to the book and it’s only fitting that it was a book about artists.

It did take me a few chapters to really get into the book, but once it got me, I couldn’t stop. Great chemistry and beautifully written. 4.5 stars.

That you to Bold Strokes Books and NetGalley for an. ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Loved this book, the main characters of Josie and Olivia were great, you could feel the chemistry between these two right away. I liked that they became friends first before anything, because I feel this makes for a great relationship down the road. Olivia an artist is older, but a bit standoffish, but that was due to a lose she suffered, it takes awhile to heal from things like that, and it takes special people to help you through those times. Josie is young and just graduated from art school. So, these two when they meet bond over a shared passion and career. I liked the descriptions of the art process and the vivid detail that goes into it. The supporting characters were great too. And, I really liked Noah the little boy. I would definitely recommend this book and author, and can't wait for what's next from this author.

What a fun and enjoyable read. Love the one word titles presented by this author. The description of the setting was magnificent. I also enjoyed the art description. Sounds absolutely gorgeous. Olivia Monteclair, heartbroken from a devastating loss. She is also an artist and a gallery owner. Josie Locker, recent college graduate, selected for a summer artist-in-residence in beautiful Goda, Massachusetts.

Josie is extremely grateful for this opportunity and plans to make the most of it. The Wellington family are fantastic hosts and welcome her with open arms. Their neighbor is Olivia and when they meet, she is immediately enthralled. As the read unfolds, they spend time together and get to know each other. I liked each woman as they interacted with each other and treated each other (well frowned at one of them as the summer came to an end. The young boy in the read, Noah, was delightful.

Kris doesn't disappoint as usual. The book was well written, everything was so vivid, and the characters were likeable and had great chemistry. I recommend.


Thank you NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for this ARC copy.

The cover captivated me and I really enjoyed the exploration of how an artist paints and also finds way to show emotions in portraits. I found the continuing mention of an age difference annoying, it was only 12 years and Olivia is only 35! Engaging minor characters, I imagine the first book focussing on Cassie and Brooke is an enjoyable read. Set in what sounded like a beautiful part of the world. Overall a good read if you can ignore the age references.

With thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Unfortunately this book did not work for me, I got to 44% before I decided to put it down. The dialogue felt a bit clunky and I never felt any chemistry between the two characters. Part of that probably has to do with me finding the main character Josie very annoying. She came off as judgmental, there were a handful of moments where she would think about how another person had been rude to her and it never seemed like that had actually been the case.

What can I say?! Kris Bryant did it again.

In Cherish we follow Josie as she gets an art internship in the small beach town Goda with hosts the Wellington family. Apperantly Brooke and Cassie have their own book, Temptation, which I am now dying to read.

Josie is 23 and just graduated college. Full of energy she hopes to be inspired and make connections to secure her art career. Her focus quickly goes to the quiet next door neighbour Olivia. Gorgeous and also an artist, Josie feels a pull towards her. Turns out she's a mysterious artist Josie admires and they strike up a friendship. The attraction is there instantly but Olivia carries a huge loss and grief makes her standoffish and distant.

I loved every second of this book and both MC's. Their growing bond is gradual with enough time for the reader to get a clear feel of how broken Olivia is. Josie is a saint and nothing but patient with Olivia despite getting hurt more than a few times.

This story is cute, sad, spicy and so much more. I loved the side characters so much and would have loved for this book to have 100 pages more. I just loved spending time in Goda with them.

An ARC was provided to me via Netgalley in return of an honest review.

To be honest, I think this may be my favourite lesfic book cover. The artwork is stunning and absolutely lends itself to the story. Hats off to the cover designer!

Cherish immediately captivated me with its entrancing depiction of New England and its thriving art scene. I loved both of the main characters within this novel - Josie, a budding artist with a summer residency courtesy of the Wellingtons, and Olivia, a revered artist who's masking her grief behind a facade of indifference. Their shared passion for art and the idyllic surroundings draw them into a whirlwind of emotions and passion. While their relationship starts off casual, given Josie's temporary stay, undeniable feelings start to take root. Olivia's hesitance, grounded in her lingering grief as well as their 12 year age gap, adds depth to their budding romance.

I loved this book - it felt like an ideal end-of-summer read as it masterfully intertwines coastal life, love, art, and healing. Although I haven't picked up Temptation (which features the tale of Cassie and Brook), it's next on my list after this engaging slow burn romance.

Many thanks to Netgalley and Bold Strokes Books for a copy of this novel. ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.

I'm a huge fan of Kris Bryant's books, and I'll shout to anyone who'll listen, "Read her book," and this one is no exception.

With that said, I feel this book could've been so much richer if it was told from more than one perspective.

Highly recommend this masterpiece of art.

I really love this book. Normally im not familiar to gallery or art space, but Kris Bryant brings it all vividly in colors. Through the words, i can imagine Goda town, the long beach, peaceful nights or even the sketchs. I dont know how to put into words, but Cherish owns all great things of a lovely book: the chemistry, wonderful women in their worlds, attraction... and also luxury beach houses. Olivia is a lonely woman in her loss world while Josie is like a sunshine with promising career ahead. They are opposite, yet so perfect matching in art. If you need some inspiration and beautiful artsy love story, pick up this book and you wont regret!

Josie is just out of art school and has gotten a summer residence with the Wellingtons. Next door lives Olivia, who is a bit older, and also an artist. She's also had some big loss in her life, and, so, her and Josie's relationship is definitely not smooth sailing as the book goes on.

It was a mostly usual sort of lesbian fiction romance. But, I really really did like the setting especially, and, it was a beautiful setting, and, the secondary characters, especially Noah, were awesome too (Short story with Noah, Short story with Noah!). A fun read.

𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗦: 𝚂𝙰𝙿𝙿𝙷𝙸𝙲. 𝙰𝚁𝚃𝙸𝚂𝚃𝚂. 𝙲𝙾𝙽𝚃𝙴𝙼𝙿𝙾𝚁𝙰𝚁𝚈. 𝚁𝙾𝙼𝙰𝙽𝙲𝙴.

I have enjoyed this book intensely. First, the appearance of one of my Ice Queen crushes Brook Wellington and her sunshine cuties Cassie and Noah. And now, they added Ava to the pot. So beautiful.

Now, Josie and Olivia. First of all; I love you. When I started reading this book, I was team Josie because that's what usually happens when the book is in one POV. I fell in love immediately. In the end, I loved them both, Josie and Olivia.


The book has a touch, just slightly, of grief, and it is probably morbid to admit, but I loved Olivia because of that. There is a beautiful sensitivity that Bryant portrayed so well when it came to how Olivia was feeling, esp in the reconciliation scene. SO BEAUTIFUL. AND SWEET. AND EMOTIONAL. JUST REALLY GOOD. All the way from body language to tears, to admission, and everything. It's really stunning.

I love when I can see myself in characters, emotionally, and how the author handles all those emotions is like a scent that lingers. Olivia was in grief, yes, but how Bryant, again, handled Josie's heartbreak, so achingly sweet.. just right. Beautiful. I love when authors do that emotional turmoil and as a reader you feel like you are going through it all and in the end, the author doesn't do an abrupt U-turn but slowly brings you back together with her characters... Like I said, BEAUTIFUL.
The way Bryant handled Olivia's grief, then heartbreak and bravery to go for what her heart desires and then sweet Josie's loving attitude, heartbreak, and then being happy again, amazing.


PS: I swear, I felt Brit Ryder, raring, in those sex scenes because my god... Hot hot. Hot. HOT. I was highlighting, for reserve. Pss: I am patiently waiting for Brit's stuff as well.



𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙍𝘾 𝙘𝙤𝙥𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙫𝙞𝙖 𝙉𝙚𝙩𝙜𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙮 𝙨𝙤 𝙄 𝙖𝙢 𝙫𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙡𝙮 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙮 𝙝𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬.

Anyone who has ever grieved a devastating loss knows how difficult it is to overcome and how the grief can consume you and leave you broken. And anyone who has had someone in their life who is dealing with grief, knows how delicately those people must be dealt with. That is what impressed me most about this story. Yes, it's romantic and we see old friends, Cassie and Brook, but what will stay with me is how much kindness and compassion Josie shows to Olivia.

Josie Lockner arrives in the coastal town of Goda for a summer artist-in-residence, on the grounds of the home of Temptation's happy couple, Cassie and Brook. She meets their neighbor, who is frosty, to say the least, but Josie is drawn to the beautiful woman who radiates sadness from every pore. She discovers that Olivia is one of her favorite authors and begins to find reasons to spend time with her to talk about art but also because she's hot and intriguing.

Olivia slowly lets Josie in and opens up about the tragedy she experienced. With Josie only around for the summer, what's the harm in a little physical connection? It's not like feelings will get involved. ;-)

The cover of this book is gorgeous and fits perfectly with the story. The colors come back into Olivia's world after meeting Josie and Kris Bryant once again impresses with her innate ability to bring characters who will stay with the reader long after the end of the book. If only I were reading this on my own beach, it would have been perfect.

An ARC was provided by Bold Strokes Books via NetGalley for an honest review.

When I heard that Kris Bryant was going to write another book with the Temptation girls, Brooke and Cassie, I was excited. Then the cover came out and it was fantastic. Then I got the book in my hands, and it captured my attention from the 1st page. This is Josie and Olivia’s story. Both artists. Josie wins a summer artist in residence in a small beach town in Goda Mass. with the host family being the Wellingtons. On a walk along the beach the 1st night Josie runs into a standoffish woman sitting on the dune. She looks unhappy. Later she finds out that the woman is Olivia Montclair of the Montclair Gallery, Josie’s idol. They development a friendship as Olivia is giving Josie private lessons. Their chemistry is off the charts though there is a 13 yrs. difference. The love scenes are hot and creative. But the summer ends and they must end too.
Cassie and Brooke have other ideas. I have been reading Kris Bryant’s books for a long time and I think this is one of her best books ever.

I received an ARC copy of this book from the Publisher via Netgalley and voluntarily leaving my review.

Josie is artist who wins a residence for the summer hosted by The Wellingtons. Josie is ready capture her art when she meets Olivia who at first she thinks is cold but learns she is mourning her husband and daughter. Josie and Olivia starts a friendship that turns into a causal relationship because Josie isn’t staying but feelings start to emerge and Josie wants to see what they can become but Olivia is hesitant because she still is grieving. I enjoy this read it’s was nice to see Cassie Brooke and Noah and see what they been up to it’s nice know they add to their family and was very supportive of Josie and Olivia.