From the very first scene, I was completely charmed by the witty exchanges between Aiden and Lucie on their radio show. Sharing such close quarters without a single complaint added an endearing touch to their dynamic. One moment that really stood out for me was when Lucie stumbled upon a list of her favorite things tucked away in Aiden's car. What could’ve been a disappointing evening, after being stood up on a date, turned into a night filled with fun and laughter—it reminded me of an iconic moment from the early days of New Girl. (I’m trying to be careful with spoilers, but I can’t resist mentioning a few parts that made me fall in love with this book!)
I have to admit something, and I hope no die-hard Nora Ephron fans come after me for this, but the plot here tops Sleepless in Seattle for me! It kicks off with 12-year-old Maya dialing into Heartstrings, the love-themed radio show hosted by the brooding Aiden Valentine. Maya’s mission? To find dating help for her single mom, Lucie. That’s where any comparison to Sleepless in Seattle ends, though. Thankfully, there’s no drawn-out wait for a dramatic reunion at the top of the Empire State Building (my patience wouldn’t have held up for that).
Once their banter goes viral, reviving both the show’s ratings and its dwindling sponsors (thanks in large part to Aiden’s moody, yet irresistible voice), the stern station manager, Maggie Lin, insists Lucie join the show as a co-host. Soon, Lucie’s story of searching for true love captures the hearts of listeners who are cheering her on in her quest.
Aiden reluctantly agrees to play matchmaker for Lucie, sending her on a series of dates set up through the station’s phone line. But there’s a major snag: Aiden’s a total love cynic, practically the embodiment of a Valentine’s Day Grinch. A tragic past has caused him to distance himself from everyone, avoiding closeness and emotional ties altogether.
So how can a man who’s lost faith in love help Lucie find her perfect match, especially when he starts to realize his own feelings for her? Despite his efforts to keep his emotions in check, Aiden’s growing connection to Lucie is undeniable. He’s torn between stepping aside and letting her find happiness with someone else or taking a risk by opening up to the possibility of love once again.
I adored watching their story unfold. Their magnetic chemistry leapt off the page. Lucie is strong, compassionate, and fiercely loyal to those she cares about—oh, and she’s a brilliant mechanic, too! Aiden, meanwhile, hides his romantic side beneath layers of sarcasm and sadness, but underneath it all, he’s incredibly tender-hearted.
Then there’s Grayson, Lucie’s hilarious, protective neighbor, and his husband, who bring a warm and quirky sense of community to the story. And Maya? She’s simply the sweetest—bright, thoughtful, and utterly lovable.
If I had any musical talent, I’d be composing a love ballad to celebrate how much I enjoyed this book!
And a little prediction: I’m sensing the next book might focus on Aiden’s cruffin-obsessed best friend, Jackson Clark, and Delilah Stewart’s enemies-to-lovers journey. I picked up on a few hints that make me excited to see where this series goes next. It’s already shaping up to be even better than the Lovelight Farms series, which I’m a huge fan of. Aiden and Lucie’s story is heartwarming, full of charm, and gives you all the feels—a true romance gem!
Big thanks to NetGalley and Berkley Publishing Group for providing this fantastic book in exchange for my honest review.

"Good Morning Baltimore"
I am in love. That is my review for this book. Nothing else will ever compare.

When Maya thinks her mom will never date again, she does the only thing she believes will help, obviously she calls the local romance hotline hosted by Aiden Velntine. Aiden who, ironically, does not believe in love anymore. What Maya and Aiden don't account for is that Lucie, Maya's mom, pours her heart out and shares with everyone in Baltimore who listens to the hotline how she is feeling. And do they have something to say, everyone wants to know if Lucie will find her happy ending and more specifically who it's going to be. Hearstrings, the hotline, has not had that many listeners for a long long time, so Aiden and his colleagues (more like his boss forced him) decide to bring Lucie on the show to keep the residents of Baltimore updated on her love life, or lack of. Lucie accpets, only because she wants to find love, the swoony romance that you only find in movies or books, but to do that she must put herself out there first, and what better way to do that than chatting to people and answering messages on the hotline, with Aiden by her side of course. But she did not account for enjoying the company of the grumpy, very reserved, loves his coffee, doesn't believe in love talk host. And he definitely could not have foreseen liking the hopeless romantic, coffee stealer, single mom of an amazing 12 year old. But how could they ever happen when he's the one who supposed to set up dates for her, help her find her happily ever after with someone who isn't him?

Lucie Stone and Aiden Valentine are my everything and more in this book. Did I cry sad and happy tears throughout all the ending? Yes, yes I did. Would I do it all over again to be able to read this masterpiece for the first time? Yes I would also do that. I love every aspect of the relationships, friendships, family and simply everything.