📚 BookTok Review: Cooper Bailey is a Cinnamon Roll by Jen Atkinson 💕​

Cooper Bailey is a Cinnamon Roll by Jen Atkinson is a delightful enemies-to-lovers romcom that will leave you smiling. The story follows Leah Bradford, a cinnamon roll shop owner, who has harbored a grudge against her high school nemesis, Cooper Bailey, for years. When Cooper returns to their small town after a career setback, their unexpected reunion leads to a series of humorous and heartwarming events. ​

What to Expect:
-Enemies-to-Lovers Trope: The dynamic between Leah and Cooper is filled with witty banter and evolving chemistry, making their journey from adversaries to something more incredibly engaging.​
-Small-Town Charm: Set in a close-knit community, the novel captures the warmth and quirks of small-town life, adding depth to the narrative.​
-Sweet and Clean Romance: For readers who appreciate closed-door romances, this book offers a "kissing only" experience, focusing on emotional connections and character development. ​

If you're in the mood for a lighthearted, feel-good romance with endearing characters and a charming setting, Cooper Bailey is a Cinnamon Roll is a must-read.​

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Oh my giddy aunt I loved this. So many highlights. I read the first book in the series and can't believe how quickly they all came out so now I can't wait to read all the I between stories!

I received an ARC copy from NetGalley via Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own :)

Pre thoughts
- Rom com

Post thoughts
- This was a great read for a mini break between my TBR
- The FMC has a grudge from high school on the MMC, I mean fair enough. The MMC is kind and tries his best to win over her heart anyway,.
- Cooper Baily ultimately is the epitome of a cinnamon roll thought the book and is just a overall lovable guy.

tropes
- closed door
- enemies to lovers
- cinnamon roll MMC
- Rom-com
- small town
- second chance
-slow burn
- he falls first

3.5/5 stars (rounded to 4)

This is the 4th book in the Another Bailey Brother series. It is a kisses only contemporary romcom.

I've seen the Bailey books so often and have wanted to read them, but this was my first one of the series! I am so glad that I have finally found out what all of the talk on Instagram has been about with regard to this series. I am sure that if you'd been reading the previous books, you would certainly have enjoyed seeing the family show up in this one. I haven't read them, and I was certainly able to enjoy this book on its own merits. But I now have a strong desire to go back and read the others.

Cooper lives up to the title of cinnamon roll. I just adored him. And Leah was very likable as well. I enjoyed all aspects of the story, especially the humor that the side characters contribute.

Thanks to the author and Netgalley for the complimentary digital copy. I am happily and voluntarily leaving an honest review.

This was a sweet and fluffy romance book and the MMC is the best part of it. Unfortunately I strongly disliked the FMC. She was so mean to Cooper when they reconnected and I don't think her reasoning really justified it. She's in her late 20s, holding onto a grudge from high school 🫠. Cooper was so kind to her despite how rude she was in return and honestly, I don't think I would have stuck around if someone treated me that way. But he was a determined man on a mission 🫡. The title "Cooper Bailey is a Cinnamon Roll" is extremely accurate because Cooper Bailey was the sweetest man ever 🥹

I giggled the whole was through this book because the banter was truly top notch. The romance was so sweet and I fell in love with the relationship between Cooper and Leah. It is a clean romance for those readers looking for that type.

I absolutely loved the title of this book. Cooper Bailey is definitely a cinnamon roll. Leah held a grudge against Cooper for years, but as she got to know him she realized he is nothing like she originally thought. I really enjoyed both of the main characters careers. I was so invested in the legal case and now I am craving a cinnamon roll. It was also refreshing to see Leah stand up for herself and never give up on her dreams. I do wish the author didn't go into as much detail as she did about the gusset and peeing, that chapter was werid to me. Overall I enjoyed another Bailey brother getting his happily ever after, and cannot wait to read Alice's story!

Coming off a serious romantasy phase, I wasn’t totally convinced this would be my next favourite read… but OMG, I was SO wrong. From the moment I started, I was hooked. This book had me sitting on the couch, giggling and grinning like a fool—I could NOT put this book down. I usually take about a week to finish a book if I’m really into it, but this one? Less than 24 hours (and I haven’t been able to do that in the last 3 years!)

Cooper and Leah were everything. Their banter? Ahhhh. Their “friendship”? Adorable. Their chemistry? Off the charts. I fell in love with every single character, and the second I flipped the last page, I *needed* more. Here comes a binge read of all the Bailey brother romances.

This was my first Jen Atkinson book, and now she’s officially on my must-read list. If you love rom-coms with swoon-worthy romance, laugh-out-loud moments, and all the heartwarming feels—you need this book in your life.

This book was my first from the author and i really enjoyed it! This was such a fun story, with the characters so sweet and funny. I will definitely be picking up the others in the series.

If you want a cute romance this is the one for you! Cooper and Leah have the perfect chemistry and banter which is sure to give you a little chuckle as you fall in love with their relationship. Side characters such as Alice the fiery 10 year old who provided many comical moments made this book even better. Please write a book for her btw. And cricket whose protectiveness and love for the different rolls made me laugh each time. Overall it was a great read and I couldn’t put it down.

I had the best time reading Cooper Bailey is a Cinnamon Roll!

Cooper is Leah's high school nemesis, so imagine her surprise when she runs into him on a blind date. He certainly wasn't expecting to come face to face with the woman he unknowingly hurt in high school, so their run in was a pleasant surprise. A surprise that he was determined to repeat again and again. I loved how their relationship organically grew after he made amends for the past, and she let her walls down. Cooper and Leah were perfect together.

Cooper is one determined man and his many visits to Leah's shop, Sweet Swirls proved he was in it to win her To say he is a cinnamon roll is an understatement. I swooned as much as I laughed, and absolutely fell in love with Cooper (way before Leah did).

This was my first read by Jen Atkinson, but will definitely not be my last I must get to know the rest of the Bailey Brothers!

Thank you to NetGalley and Jen Atkinson for the eARC. I absolutely loved this book and look forward to reading more from this author.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC! I really wanted to give this book a 4.5 or a 5 but it’s a 4 for me at most. It’s a really good read, I finished it an about 2 days - I could have finished it in a day, but you know, work ugh. It’s a clean romance, chick lit and great storyline. But I think what’s missing is that more up close and personal feel with the main characters - I’d wished they had more dates between the two of them (versus family and friends) just to give them more time in the spotlight. It felt like there were always other characters around and having their stories thrown in. However, I did enjoy the characters families and they were all great characters. I would recommend this book and will be reading the rest of the series still! It’s very well written and flows very well with the writing style.

Overall this was a cute romance read that was nice to read in between other things. The story focuses around Leah who owns a cinnamon roll shop and Cooper who is a lawyer. Leah has held a life long grudge against Cooper for something silly that happened in high school.

I really wasn't a fan of Leah and her horrible personality. She was so mean to Cooper when they reconnected through friends. I felt that her reasoning for hating him was absolutely ridiculous. I'm sure such an event happening in high school would not lead to such a catastrophic outcome that would still somehow be affecting her in adulthood. She just seemed childish and petty f0r no reason.

Cooper was quite the cinnamon roll throughout the book. He was very kind and always looking out for his family and Leah. He even buys a grumpy old man a cinnamon roll almost every day. Cooper does feel remorse for making Leah's life so awful that he tries to do anything possible to help her life be easier. He supports her local business on a regular basis and even takes on a lawsuit for her pro bono.

Leah does become a little more tolerable later in the book after she realizes he really isn't that bad and maybe she was a bit dramatic. Their dynamic together becomes more enjoyable as she isn't constantly being awful to him and communicates better. Thank you to Netgalley, Victoria Editing, and Jen Atkinson for an ARC of this book. This review is my own honest opinion.

Personality pours out of this book. The two had palpable chemistry, which can be difficult to do in a closed-door, not-steamy book. I loved their families, the way they grew, the way they learned one another. I do think Leah was a bit of a drama llama about the whole do-you-think-i'm sexy thing, but I was glad to see her move past it.

Leah dislikes Cooper after the trouble he caused her in high school. Can he make amends now he is back in town? A great read.

This was such a fun and entertaining book! The characters are lovable and understandable. I could relate to both. They struggled with their past and worked to improve their interactions. Their families were warm and inviting. It is a feel good book that will warm your heart and make you crave a cinnamon roll.

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started reading this, but it ended up being such a pleasant surprise. The romance was light and genuine, with a lovely balance of sweetness and tension between the two main characters. Their journey from rivals to something more was captivating, and I found myself invested in their story. The enemies-to-lovers aspect felt fresh, and their interactions made me smile more than once.

The baking theme added such a cozy, fun vibe to the whole thing. It wasn’t just a background detail—it really brought the characters together and gave their interactions a unique flavor. I loved how something as simple as baking could drive the plot forward and provide moments of connection between the characters.

I didn’t realize this was part of a series at first, but honestly, it didn’t matter at all. I could fully enjoy the story without feeling lost or like I missed something. It was the perfect book for when you're in the mood for something sweet, fun, and easy to fall into!

FIVE SWEET SWIRLY STARS!

Leah Bradford was relatively invisible in high school—until Cooper Bailey shined a spotlight on her with the performance of a lifetime at prom. And Leah hasn't forgotten—or forgiven—him. Now, years later, Leah finds herself set up on a blind double date by her close friend Andrea, and who should appear to dine alongside her? None other than Cooper "Do-You-Think-I'm-Sexy" Bailey. But here's a little secret: Cooper Bailey, I think you're sexy. And adorable. And hilarious. And a total cinnamon roll. Seriously, my teeth hurt from how sweet this story was.

This is a one-sided enemies to lovers romance, and I loved how Cooper was unwavering in his dedication to gaining Leah's forgiveness. The way they both not only accepted each other's flaws but also pushed each other to become better versions of themselves was incredibly heartwarming.

This is the first book I've read by Jen Atkinson, and I can confidently say I'll be back for more. I need the rest of the Bailey family history injected straight into my bloodstream, like, immediately. This book pulled me in like a warm hug and held me close until the very end. Now that it's over, I'd be lying if I said I didn't feel a little bit chilly.

Bonus mini-spoiler: Arnold bringing Cooper rolls???? I love you, Arnold!

I received an ARC from NetGalley via Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.

It was the perfect level of cheesy rom com that you could want from a book!
It was predictable in all the right ways and I loved it!

This was the sweetest redemption, second chance romance.
Cooper Bailey is a literal cinnamon roll! What a cutie!

Leah is a strong and determined FMC, she’s inspiring.

I’m so glad she gave into the chemistry and gave Cooper a chance, when he told her he loved her and she didn’t say it back, I was worried we were going to lose the HEA but have no fear, 10mins and a Bailey meeting later she was admitting her feelings too - phew!

Also, the fact it was “clean” and there was no smut in sight was refreshing!