French Pressed Love
A Slow Burn Sapphic Romance
by M.C. Hutson
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Pub Date 21 Jan 2025 | Archive Date 8 Jan 2025
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Description
A Slow Drip With A Latte Drama
Jordan Alexander is in a rut. Her life is not what she envisioned for herself, and she’s barely able to scrape by on the salary she makes as a coffee shop manager. Suddenly facing the daunting prospect of either finding a new roommate or a more affordable place to live, Jordan's stress levels reach a boiling point.
Noémie St. Pierre is a customer from hell. Every weekday morning, Noémie struts into the coffee shop like she owns the place and often makes a fuss. Jordan can’t stand the woman.
But Noémie's life isn't as perfect as it seems, and when her father—founder of the globally expanding Poutine Heaven franchise—cuts off her financial support, Noémie's world is turned upside down. Desperate, Noémie gets a job at the coffee shop, and upon learning of Jordan’s housing woes, proposes they move in together. Reluctantly, Jordan agrees.
As they navigate their new living arrangement, Jordan uncovers surprising depth to Noémie that challenges her previous assumptions, and she develops feelings she never expected. But Noémie dates men, and Jordan doesn’t do relationships. So, all Jordan can hope is that her feelings won’t brew complications.
Advance Praise
Read it as a beta reader and it was dope as hell. Really loved Noemie most of all. She started as a character you’re supposed to dislike but you realise pretty quickly what a sweetheart she is under the first layer. A lot of funny “I hate her, damn she’s so hot” moments. I love a story that has some comedic relief. It doesn’t have to be all drama all the time. I won’t get into too much detail so as not to spoil anything, but it still does have quite a bit of drama for you to enjoy. All in all, a great and cozy lesfic story.
Featured Reviews
Dovile V, Reviewer
This book had me smiling a lot! The moments of cuteness, sadness and reality were chef’s kiss.
The drama and story are super captivating.
I really enjoyed reading this book!!
Isidora O, Reviewer
(4.5) this was fun !! finished under 7 hours, i found myself unable to put it down at times. the pacing felt consistent throughout the whole book, and there was just enough happening. jordans inner monologue was fun and interesting, and i never felt trapped inside her head. in that sense i feel like she was telling me just enough about everything and everuone around her. also the chapters were the perfect length.
the dialogs felt natural, the characters and settings were just enough to set the scenes into motion, and the side character were just side enough if it makes sense. in the chrismas bit i felt like too many names were thrown into the mix, but it didnt affect my reader experience.
i loved jordan standing up for herself in the last bit, and even when i would've appreciated some initiative from noemi, i found jays reactions and their further interactions really guttural and true to her character. she really reacted accordingly to what we learned about her along the book, and i appreciate that the conflict wasnt given that of an easy resolution (even when i felt the ending a little bit rushed).
a book with a stone stud protagonist that doesn't get "fixed" at the end by the love interest is very refreshing to see, amazing !! (we need more studs/butches/mascs,,,). i cant put into words how much liked and appreciated jordan as a protagonist. i would have loved to see more about the relationship with her family. also the masc x masc situationship was a great addition. i just felt the ending a little bit rushed. other than that, an enjoyable reading experience with good characters. (less)
Alyssa A, Reviewer
This sapphic romance is a slow-burn gem that highlights the beauty of vulnerability and emotional growth. Noemie and Jordan’s journey toward finding comfort in each other felt genuine and heartfelt, with relatable moments that capture the excitement and uncertainty of falling for someone unexpected. The representation in this book was a standout, and I appreciated how it shed light on facing insecurities while being uncomfortable. While I loved the build-up, the ending felt a little rushed—I wanted more time to savor their connection.
Reviewer 777614
I enjoyed the characters and the setting a lot. It's good to see queer rep that is messy and raw and real.
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