Thank you to NetGalley and HQ for the ARC

Marriage of convenience and childhood friends to enemies to lovers? Sign me up. Though this is the fifth book in the series I think it can be read as a stand alone. At least I did and felt it was totally fine. I've heard such great things about Laura Pavlov's books and I finally understand why. It was amazing. The character's chemistry and their develoment was awesome. Highly recommend and I'm sure to pick up the rest of the series.

Can I just move to Magnolia Falls? This series has become one of my favourite reads this year, and Finding Hayes was the perfect goodbye to Magnolia Falls.

I have been wondering who Hayes was going to end up with since the start of the series, and for ages I was sure it was going to be Payton! 🙈 But I just loved Hayes and Savannah’s story! It was the perfect story for our loveable grump!

You know I love Grumpy x Sunshine, it’s one of my all time favourite tropes! And I especially love when the grump has a soft spot, or two soft spots in Hayes’ case - Beefcake and Savvy! 😍 Hayes was such a fierce protector. He had to grow up too fast and take care of Saylor, all when he was still just a kid himself. He’s so quick to make sacrifices for those he loves, and is the first to step up when needed.

I love that Savannah was a new to the series because their relationship gave so much more depth to Hayes’ character! I’m not typically a friends to lovers fan, but I do love when the friends become strangers and then become lovers! It’s the best twist on the trope! 😍 Savannah was pure sunshine, and I loved how easily she slotted back into Magnolia Falls. She had so much on her plate, but she never stopped smiling and supporting Hayes. She was the perfect happy to his broody, and I loved watching them transition from fake marriage to “this feels real” 😍

I’ve said it in my other reviews and I’ll say it again, but the Found Family in this series is NEXT LEVEL! The ROD crew have my heart, and I love how much Beefcake looks up to them. 🥹 Speaking of Beefcake, I love how we’ve watched him grow up in the series. He is the cutest little kid, and I love the truth bombs he drops and makes all the guys stop and think! I hope one day he’ll get his own story 🤞🏼

Thank you @laurapavlov and @NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. This series will be living in my head rent free 🫶🏼

Tropes:
- Marriage of Convenience
- Grumpy x Sunshine
- Found Family
- Small Town Romance
- Best Friends to Strangers to Lovers
- It Was Always You
- Second Chance
- He Falls First
- Protective Hero
- Firefighter MMC
- Forced Proximity

Hayes, Hayes, Hayes, what a man you are!

From the moment Savannah and her relationship with Hayes were first mentioned, I knew this would be my favorite book of the series. These two are just perfect together, and the friends-to-strangers-to-lovers trope was done flawlessly.

I loved how eager Hayes was to see her again after years apart, not knowing why she left. Even though she came back to town “hating” him, the chemistry and connection between them are undeniable.

I had a smile on my face the entire time I was reading. I fell for Savannah right from the start, and no one could be more perfect for Hayes—he’s the grumpy guy with a soft spot only for her. These two are perfect and obviously soulmates, with the way they just get each other and have such an easy connection. I really liked how the reason for her leaving and cutting off contact was revealed.

And Laura… letters?! If you wanted to make me fall harder for this man, mission accomplished.

Thank you so much, HQ, for sending me this ARC!

This book is an absolute delight that brilliantly blends heartfelt moments with laugh-out-loud humor. Pavlov's sharp writing and witty dialogue breathe life into the characters, making them relatable and endearing The chemistry between them crackles, making their fake marriage not just a plot device but a sizzling game of push and pull that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The interplay of their feelings and the struggles they face as they navigate their complicated relationship is beautifully rendered. You can’t help but root for them as they confront their past and begin to build a future together. If you’re a fan of small-town romance and stories that leave you feeling uplifted, then Finding Hayes is a must-read.

What a perfect end to a wonderful series. It felt so nice seeing all five boys getting their happily ever after.

Finding Hayes follows the remaining remember of the ‘ride or die’ friendship group as he reunites with his childhood best friend.

Think friends to enemies to lovers, grumpy x sunshine, arranged marriage, plus all the fun and hijinks you’d expect from a small town. Oh, and lots of pining!

Whilst you don’t have to have read the other books in the Magnolia Falls series to enjoy this book, I’d definitely recommend it for full swoon effect.

I’m already excited to head over to Rosewood River, too!

Thank you NetGalley and HQ for the ARC.

Thank you netgalley and the publisher for an ARC copy of this book.

What an ending to my favourite Pavlov series to date. This book was everything. I’ve always loved Hayes’ protective streak and happy that his story was done with justice. It tied up all the boy’s stories perfectly and of course we got our dose of beefcake. I think I’m most sad to see the end of him. I hope we now get Easton’s story in a new series and a cameo from our favourite little man. Looking forward to reading this on audiobook upon its release. Bravo!

This is one of my favourite books that I have read from Laura and I could not put it down once I started. Everything about this book was heartwarming and made me want to continue reading and by the end I did not want this book to be over.