Firstly a big thanks to @carlyrobynauthor & @valentine_pr_ for my arc, I'm truly so grateful! After reading the previous books I was super excited for this one and it did not disappoint!!
I loved that we still got snippets of the crew the found fam vibe everything 🫶🏻 I love a bros best friend trope and this was written so well!! The mutual pining, the banter, how supportive they both were of each other and of course the undeniable chemistry 🥵 Charlotte & Lucas have my heart!! The type 1 diabetes rep was so well written and really appreciated seeing that included 🫶🏻 I love me a F1 romance and Carly's series does not disappoint, her writing is the perfect mix of funny, spicy and sweet!! I cannot wait for what's to come next! Would defo recommend reading!!✨

This was a fun read! This is my first sports romance read and I definitely think that sports romance is a genre I will enjoy!

I absolutely loved Lucas as a character. He is such a caring, humble soul. He gives no ####s but also cares so much about the right people.

Charlotte on the other hand, she was very 50/50 for me. I loved when she was sensitive and thoughtful with Lucas. I did not enjoy when she was randomly swearing all the time out of nowhere and she would act very dramatic in simple scenarios.

The story and slow relationship build up was very enjoyable to read but it definitely felt a bit slow at times.

#Review: *Drive me home* - Carly Robyn - ARC [18+]
4.3/5✨
3/5🌶️

As I said before: if it's a book about Formula 1, then I'm gonna read it🤭. I need to thank Carly and Valentine Pr for this e-copy!

Charlotte is the young sister of Formula 1 driver, Theo. His teammate is Lucas Adler, who kind of had a crush for Charlotte for a while. This was available in reverse too, because Charlotte felt the same attraction towards him too. But they were afraid to follow their feelings, especially because Charlotte should be off limits for Lucas.

They step into this secret romance and embrace all the love that comes with it. It was super cute how much they cared and wanted each other. But will everything be worth to risk it all?

There was so much built up tension between Charlotte and Lucas! It was really impossible to deny all the feelings they grew throughout the time they've known each other and just giving into them was so satisfying. I liked how careful Lucas was with Charlotte and protective of her, her health and of her passions. He was the one who believed in her even when she was a bit unsure about herself and her talent. It was pretty hard for her to constantly be in her brother's shadow and always compromising her own wishes and dreams to the detriment of her brother's F1 career. Besides that, she had to deal with her diabetes, which brought to life so many beautiful moments between Lucas and Charlotte.

This book had a bit less of F1 parts and focused more on Charlotte's life and her road to happiness and overcoming her burden of always sacrificing her passions for her brother. Lucas was the perfect man to be in her corner and helped her blossom. A super cute read, which I recommend!

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#SecretRomance
#ForbiddenRomance
#BrothersBestFriend
#Teammates
#AgeGap
#ClosePoximity
#Formula1
#SportsRomance

I absolutely adored this book and can’t help but feel Carly Robyn has saved the best till last with Drive Me Home giving readers the perfect ending to what has been a wonderful series of romcoms set against the background of Formula One racing. I thought I loved Blake and Theo but now with the addition of Lucas…... well, we’re talking the trifecta of heroes. His and Charlotte’s aka Roo’s story was just a pure joy from start to finish. Roo was like a female version of her brother, Theo, albeit slightly less puppylike but you couldn’t help but love her and the happiness she found in the quirkiest and random places, she grabbed life by the horns. She and Lucas were complete opposites but somehow perfect for each other, both secretly crushing on each other but reluctant to make that first move for various reasons but mostly Theo. Their story was filled with love, humour and spice. She taught him spontaneity and to step off that well trodden track while he encouraged go for her dreams of working in fashion.

There was so much to love about their story. From Roo’s spirit and thirst for life, her love of punny teeshirts and not forgetting her lack of a verbal filter. Lucas, the tattooed, quiet but dominant ying to her yang and not forgetting Theo. I thought I’d loved his bromance with Blake in the previous book, but his love for Lucas knows no bounds who fortunately having four brothers managed not to kill him when he got too annoying. The overall flow of this book was fabulous and filled with great banter and some steam and a hint of the forbidden… well Roo is his best friend’s sister cue a lot of sneaking around till of course it blew up in their faces. It made me laugh out loud several times and ultimately was the perfect combination of everything I love in a romcom!

This is the third book in this series and this is Lucas and Charlotte’s story.
Charlotte has just graduated but has no clue what direction her life should take, and she jumps at the chance of traveling with her brother’s F1 team. Lucas is a tattooed star racing driver, who knows that Charlotte is off limits as she is his best friend and teammates sister.
This is a well written slow burn story, which has family, friendships, emotions, secret relationship, forced proximity, friends / lovers, opposites attract, humor, witty banter, undeniable chemistry, and love, which leads to an entertaining, and fun, addictive page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.

This whole series is my new favourite F1 series!! Whilst this one wasn’t my favourite in the series i still really enjoyed it, it’s a real slow burn to the point where the characters don’t even properly kiss until 70% in! Lucas and Charlottes story was really cute! Shes always had a crush on him and he’s always been obsessed with her, yeah you can guess the rest! Lucas Adler is book boyfriend material to a freaking T he’s insanely attractive!!! The found family in this whole series is unmatched and i love how we see all the characters from the 3 books being heavily included in all 3 of them. The health rep in this one was done really really well and the spice was the perfect amount. There were a few things that happened at the end of book 2 that i feel should have been included in this one but that doesn’t take away from the amazing story. While you can technically read these as interconnected standalones i highly recommend reading them in order because the found family aspect across the books makes you love the next even more.

I absolutely loved the last two books in the series, but I believe this is my favourite! Lucas and Charlotte's relationship is adorable, and they have great chemistry. Lucas isn't overbearing; he truly cares about Charlotte. Normally, I don't enjoy slow-burn romances, but I never found any scene in this one boring!

This book features a representation of type 1 diabetes, as well as elements of forbidden romance, a brother's best friend, friends to lovers, an age gap, and a slow-burn storyline.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing my arc!

I loved this spicy, banter filled forbidden romance. Third in the interconnect series which can all be read as standalones. Set on the opulent and fast paced, globe hopping world of Formula One racing.

💙 Spicy 💙
💙 Banter filled 💙
💙 Forbidden romance 💙
💙 Brothers best friend 💙
💙 No 3rd act breakup 💙
💙 Diabetes representation 💙
💙 Tattooed MMC 💙

I absolutely loved this and definitely fed my F1 and drive to survive fix,

You can’t beat brothers best friend/team mate f1 romance

I loved how relatable Charlotte was,she very engaging and just said what was ever on her mind and I can relate to to that

Lucas though was just a sweetheart reminded me of Lando a little bit and how he cared for her

4.25✨

You can't really beat a brother's best friend/teammate F1 romance.

Charlotte is so relatable, how she just blurts whatever is on her mind - so random, so awkward. I love her. She is someone at a crossroads in her life and I can help but connect to her on this. She loved to travel and explore each place she visits. She wants to build a career while still being their for her family.

Lucas was SUCH A SWEETHEART!! I will protect him. How he always had a connection to Charlotte, confused on how to go about it as she is his best friend's little sister. How Lucas learnt about Charlotte’s diabetes and wanted to help her made me SWOON!

❤️Brother's best friend
❤️diabetes rep
❤️age gap (8 years)
❤️amazing banter between all characters
❤️slow burn
❤️tattooed MMC
❤️forbidden romance
❤️No 3rd act breakup

Reason for rating - while I appreciate the no third act break up, I felt little plot in the overall story. I felt like there was no epic ending, aside from them travelling and Char slowly building a character. I thought there would be more drama with Lucas' ex, or something would happen with the diabetes. I did feel a bit slow in terms of pacing.

The third instalment in this romance series. Told by Charlotte, and Lucas, this is set in the Formula 1 world.

Some cute scenes, some funny scenes, and some rewarding scenes.
Overall, the writing was 3.5 stars,
characterisation 2
plot 3
mood 3
in my experience,

I suppose those who enjoy lighthearted romance with rather uncomplicated characters and plots will enjoy this very much.
This can be read as a stand alone book; everything is clear.

4.25 stars - arc review. This series has really grown on me I enjoyed the first book but the last two books sold it for me especially this one. The dynamic between all the characters and seeing each couple was the perfect ending. Lucas and Charlotte though were amazing I loved their chemistry and how Lucas learnt about Charlotte’s diabetes and wanted to help her. It was nice seeing a character who wasn’t sure exactly what she wanted to do in the future but still embracing her hobbies and then turning her skills into the dream she wanted. Was a great end to the drive series excited to see what the author writes next :)

Brother best friend & his new teammate and it a Formula 1 romance, I mean what’s not to love. This series of Formula 1 romance is one of the best I’ve read, and I’ve read quite a few so I feel significantly qualified to tell you that. The dynamic between these two is amazing. Charlotte is such a bubbly character and that really comes through in the writing. The way in which Lucas interacts and play off Charlotte wit, just make them so much more loveable as a couple. But she is a terror and the sibling dynamic with Theo is so funny, but poor Blake getting caught up in the middle of them all (he can go complain to Ella, she will make is all better for him). Lucas is such a softy, so attentive and caring. Educating himself for Charlotte, after learning about her diabetes, in order to understand the signs and symptoms, in order to protect and support her. So cute.

An absolute must-read for romance and Formula 1 fans! "All is fair in love and racing," but in Drive Me Home, Carly Robyn proves that when it comes to love, the real battle is fought off the track. This book is a high-octane blend of forbidden romance, heart-pounding tension, and the electrifying world of Formula 1.
Charlotte Walker is at a crossroads, unsure of her next step after graduation—until the opportunity to travel with her brother’s F1 team presents itself. What she doesn’t expect? Spending every waking moment around Lucas Adler, AlphaVite Racing’s golden boy and her long-time crush. With his sharp wit, inked skin, and effortless talent, Lucas is the ultimate temptation. But there’s one problem—he’s completely, utterly off-limits.
Lucas knows better than to get involved with his teammate’s younger sister. He’s learned the hard way that love and racing don’t always mix. But as the season unfolds, Charlotte’s infectious energy and undeniable chemistry test every bit of his self-control. Their stolen glances, lingering touches, and unspoken desires simmer beneath the surface, pushing them toward a line they both swore they wouldn’t cross.
What sets Drive Me Home apart isn’t just the slow-burn tension or the best friend’s sister trope done to perfection—it’s the raw emotion woven into every interaction. The forced proximity and secret romance heighten the stakes, while the T1D representation adds depth to Charlotte’s character in a way that feels both authentic and powerful. Carly Robyn doesn’t just write romance; she crafts characters with real struggles, real fears, and real dreams, making every stolen moment between Charlotte and Lucas feel earned.
If you love forbidden attraction, agonizingly slow-burn romance, and characters who fight for their happy ending, this book is for you. Buckle up—this isn’t just a race for the championship, it’s a race for love. And trust me, you’ll want to be there for every twist and turn.

Thank you Carly Robyn and Netgalley for ARC!

This is my first time reading a Carly Robyn novel, and so even though this is technically the third book in a series, I still had no problem diving in. It was fairly easy to make out the stars of the previous novels and understand who was who. The premise was simple really; we have point-of-views from both our main female character, Charlotte, and the male character, Lucas. Lucas is in Formula 1 and is friends with Charlotte's brother who is also in Formula 1. Charlotte trails after them, going from country to country.

Sometimes it's a little silly. Obviously being Formula 1, we have characters of different nationalities. This ties the author Carly Robyn into a tricky spot, because she has to deal with these differences. Lucas is American, and there's this little segment of him explaining the terms "schmooze" and "hit the hay" to his Australian fellow F1 driver Theo and Blake. We also have Target explained to us, like a magical wonderland. I'm being nitpicky, but it was a little annoying. I know Carly Robyn meant no harm by it, but supermarkets do exist in other countries. Overall, despite all this, I do think Carly Robyn does an okay job mitigating the cultural differences. It doesn't really play much into the story, other than these little points.

The book was like a cheesecake. At times, tooth-achingly sweet, and at all times, very cheesy. I'm a very character driven person, and whilst I liked the idea of Charlotte being into fashion, I didn't really buy into it. None of the male characters, including Lucas, had really any differentiation between them. Lucas felt a little one-note, and so their chemistry also lacked for me. There was no pizzazz.

It was very simple dimple, until boom! We get served up cheesecake with some spice. The sex scenes created quite a contrast. They were so obscene, and not that I have a problem with steamy scenes, it just really seemed at odds with the rest of the vanilla-lead book.