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I DEVOURED this book in 24 hours! The plot is unique and captivates your attention with equal parts dreamy romance and suspense! I have not read anything like it before and appreciate how the various plotlines seamlessly weave together (think Grey’s Anatomy meets Oceans Eleven).

Tiffany is a hardworking radiologist who, as a Type-A rule follower with a traumatic past, has learned that she can’t rely on anyone but herself. Enter Ethan, a devastatingly handsome new doctor in her department, who also happens to be a smart, capable, and upstanding guy. There are sparks from page 1 and their friendship and chemistry felt as natural as breathing!

The pacing of the interwoven dual timelines (Tiffany's past and present-day) is engaging and easy to follow. It was unexpected to come across several nuggets of sage advice woven into what I expected to be a straightforward romance novel.

A few of my favorite quotes:
- “…time moves on and things change. You can either change with them or resist and get stuck.”
- “A job is great, especially ours [as doctors], but as much as you love it, a job can’t love you back. It won’t hold you when you get home from a hard day’s work. It won’t give you a pep talk when you fail. It won’t wipe away your tears. You need a person for that. Someone to love you.”

Extra Reasons to Smile:
- Dr. Melissa Dymond includes trigger warnings and a sweet note, “Please check trigger warnings. Your mental health is more important to me than book sales. XOXO, Melissa” –– SO endearing!
- I was also surprised to learn this book is available in two versions – spicy (very good!) and clean (kiss only)
- Oh, and there are a few bonus chapters you can opt to read – so fun!

‘Paging Dr. Hart’ is a great feel-good romance with a twist – perfect for a vacation getaway or to read in bed after a long day at work! THANK YOU to Dr. Melissa Dymond, NetGalley, and Victory Editing for the e-arc copy in exchange for my honest review!

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I really loved this book! it was my first medical romance book and it did not disappoint! I loved the romantic suspense aspect of the book, it really kept me intrigued and engaged into the book! I loved Ethan! he was so sweet and so in love with tiffany the whole book which was so good! I loved the trauma reputation! Overall, so good, fun and fast paced!

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I had no idea I needed a suspense hospital romance, but I definitely did! I absolutely loved Tiffy and Ethan, they had a really cute reverse grumpy sunshine thing going, and I didn’t expect to read this book in one sitting!

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Thank you, Melissa and netgalley, for the e-arc. I had a wonderful time reading this one!
I love a sweet cinnamon roll mmc and Ethan was the perfect man for Tiffany!
I enjoyed the alternating timelines and the suspense plot, it kept me on my toes and I just couldn't put it down and kept wanting to know what's going to happen.
The spicy scenes were amazing, too! There's a little cliffhanger at the end and Melissa said that there will be future books within the same Dr. Hart unverse that will hopefully answer all our unanswered questions. I can't wait to hear about Tiffy and Ethan again!
Overall, 4.5/5 for me!(I wish we got Ethan's pov too).

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I loved this book! It's well-written, enjoyable, and a great read. Dr. Melissa Dymond did a great job of writing in a way that captured my attention, and made me not want to put it down until I was finished! It's no surprise it's super popular on BookTok and Bookstagram! I would highly recommend it!

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Absolutely amazing!! When I first saw the title, I was a little skeptical, and thought it might be very campy. That could not have been further from the truth! The story was magical and the equivalent of two books in one. Melissa handled the back and forth perfectly between Ohio and Las Vegas with no break in the action. There was also the consummate amount of suspense and angst to keep you enthralled throughout. What is Tiffany scared of and who is contacting her after all of this time?

The characters were well developed and impossible not to like. Every prominent character had some redeeming qualities, and even with their flaws, were the epitome of human nature. Tiffany is the ultimate protagonist and I loved the way she developed over the course of the book. I would highly recommend this to fans of multiple genres - romance, suspense, contemporary fiction, women's literature, etc. There is even a cat named Fred!

Melissa Dymond is a new favorite and I can't wait to see what comes next!

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It was a good book! I read it and didn't know before hand that there was a spicy/open door and a sweet/clean/closed version. I love that this is an option for readers!!!
For me it was no problem that this was the spicy/open version.

Really recommend this book if you like reading books about a medical workplace romance!

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So. Much. Fun. Such a blast, had a great time, please read. It’s like Grey’s Anatomy but with a touch more fun

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Great storyline love Ethan what a guy, Love this book and where the story was based it could be a true story as you do hear about things like this happening , a few sad parts but always a happy ending

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Paging Dr. Hart by @melissadymondauthor is more than just your average rom com and one you should definitely check out!
This cute medical romance with suspense book is a great light read with all the romance tropes and silly moments of a great rom com blended with some interesting doctor drama. Dymond clearly has a medical background which makes the descriptions and situations feel very real and accurate. The characters, especially the FMC, are well developed and interesting, even down to the supervising doctor who is a little quirky and very sniffly. I also really liked Tiffany's backstory and how growing up in Vegas with a single mom made her who she is today. There were also lots of fun additions to the book like a list of songs to listen to that are related to the characters, some clear and straightforward content warnings and a glossary to help readers. Beyond that, there are bonus chapters from other characters perspectives and even other versions that are sweet vs spicy. Overall I think this author gets what romance readers in 2024 want and she is delivering it!
This book is out now so go grab a copy! Thanks to @Netgalley and the author for giving me the chance to read and review this one!

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I was pleasantly surprised when I read this; mostly because I did not expect the suspense aspect of it. Even though the story is pretty predictable (not particularly a negative thing when it comes to romance), Tiffany's backstory, however, was very unexpected and added another layer to the story, which I really liked.

Obviously, I don't have such a tragic background as Tiffany (the fmc), but I still related hard to the feeling of being left alone and being too afraid to trust people again. Her development and breakthrough were very well written and emotional. Ethan (the mmc) with his patience was perfect for Tiffany.

Thanks to Netgalley and Victory Editing for the e-book and Dr. Melissa Dymond for writing it 😊

- medical + workplace romance
- dual timeline
- one bed
- reverse grumpy x sunshine
- he falls first
- secret past

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Dymond's sophomore novel was just as well paced and lovely as her first! I loved reading it and getting to know these characters. Definitely add this one to your list!

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Wooweeee! This book y’all 🥰 The two MC’s are just the best and they just make you so happy! Such a sweet, but spicy read! I loved it!

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I knew I was going to love this book from page 1: Columbus, OH - my city. As a healthcare worker, it was so easy for me to relate to Tiffany. I loved getting to know Tiffany through her past and what led her to the medical field.

Ethan quickly became my second favorite character with his charming smile. When he shows up in Tiffany’s life she doesn’t know what to think of him at first… and she finds herself thinking about that smile of his.

You’ll love this book if you love RomComs and shows like Grey’s Anatomy!

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I loved this book from start to finish. The chapters are short and the writing is simple and flowing. The suspense that exists from the beginning of the book continues to the end. The story of the protagonist's present and past alternates, gradually revealing more things that will then come together.
My favourite character? Absolutely Tiffany, she shows how much tenacity she can have by tackling obstacles that come her way from an early age.
#PagingDrHartamedicalromancewithsuspense #NetGalley

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I loved the dual timeline. It kept we engaged and enthralled. This was certainly a slow burn but the way Tiffany and Ethan snuck up on you was amazing. Ethan’s patience with Tiffany and her walls and he snuck up on her was so good. The suspenseful aspect to the book was the cherry on top!

Thank you Dr. Melissa Dymond and Netgally for the ARC

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Before I begin, I would like to thank Dr. Melissa Dymond for allowing me to read a Net Galley ARC of her newly released book, Paging Dr. Hart, which is available on Amazon starting June 16th, 2024.
Dr. Tiffany Hart is used to people telling her that she is an ice queen because she keeps others distant due to her traumatic past. Dr. Ethan Clark is charming and comes from a family of infamous doctors, but he wants to do what he wants with his life instead of following people’s expectations. When they are sent to the hospital that Ethan used to work at followed by a medical conference, romance starts to spark and Tiffany’s past catches up to her. Can she and Ethan fight the people in Tiffany’s past or will they lose their lives?

This was a great book. You have Tiffany, who has had a difficult childhood and is ambitious and truly cares about her work. You have Ethan, who is doing his best to defy people’s expectations and cares for Tiffany very much. The banter between Tiffany and Clark was wonderful, and I enjoyed their character growth throughout the story. The flashbacks to Tiffany’s past made me want to give her a hug and were full of suspense. The romance was sweet and spicy, and the suspense was there until the very end. The suspense and the characters were well written. Overall, if you like suspense, great banter, and sweet and spicy medical romance.

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4 Stars!

The first thing I loved about this this book was that Ethan was a green flag. It feels like more often we see mega red flags in characters, but Ethan on the other hand is a stud. The slow burn romance felt in the book had me on the edge of my seat wanting to read more. I was not expecting much with this book, but wow was I surprised. As a nurse, the cover was an instant turn off, but to my surprise I was suggesting it to others.

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Paging Dr. Hart is a novel by Dr. Melissa Dymond and is on the topic of romance and science. But, as the title may suggest, this is no ordinary romantic novel. This novel is clever in the way that it incorporates great storytelling with facts and figures. As and avid reader, I found this quite interesting and began to read page by page. Here are my points:
- The book has a slow beginning.
Although brining us a lot of promise and characters that we hope to see later on in the book, the action and climax have no specific build up.
- It is quite predictable.
Although many elements of the book are interesting, and make you want to look them up online, the drama and plot twists are nothing that we haven't seen before, meaning that the novel is a pretty regular one that doesn't shock the reader.
Apart from these points, there are a lot of things that I would personally like to also point out that is great about this particular novel:
- It is fascinating.
Although there is a pretty normal plot, the back story of the young life of the narrator is unexpected and is truly up to any avid book reader's standards. There is chance to see many more characters in her childhood and you get to experience her whole life with her. It is a truly gracious element that Dr. Dymond should be proud of.
- There is drama.
Although previously described as predictable, there are some elements to some of the characters that are interesting and will make the reader latch onto their backstory and want more. It is a good technique to have and some characters are truly lovable and can be relatable to a select few.
This book not only shows you how one doctor falls in love with the other, but also shows you different aspects of the workplace, and how people can come from different backgrounds and be treated equally in the workplace, which is a really strong message.
I there fore believe that this book holds a lot of promise, but can also point out some errors with spelling and punctuation. Apart from those factors, I believe that this book is written with a passion and is well accomplished. Well done.

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This is my first time reading a romance with mystery. I was kind of fooled by the pretty cover, didn't expect the darker side even though it's a mystery. I am not new to a medical romance, the mystery element definitely was a new spin to the normal romance genre.
I was intrigued by the mystery element, the romance was also good. I liked the pair and their interactions. Ethan is a cinnamon roll guy to the ice queen Tiffany.
Overall it was a fine read, I liked how the romance and mystery elements were interlaced through the dual timelines. There are some loose ends, I hope it will get resolved in upcoming books.
It said enemies to lovers, I was totally digging into their rivalry in the first few pages but it soon fizzled out and they became closer soon. We don't get much of their banter. I think some elements could have been flushed out a bit more, ending felt a bit forced.
It surprised me with the fight scene, Rafe's character arc was unexpected too.
I liked it overall plot wise, but I couldn't get into their connection or spend time rooting for them to be a couple.

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