Book Review: Willowleaf Lane by RaeAnne Thayne

Sometimes going back is the best way to start over.

Willowleaf Lane by RaeAnne Thayne

Series- Hope Crossing Book 5
Publication Date Aug 2024
Genre: Fiction / Romance
Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)

Book Blurb

Candy shop owner Charlotte Caine knows temptation.To reboot her life, shed weight and gain perspective, she's passing up sweet enticements left and right. But willpower doesn't come so easily when hell-raiser Spencer Gregory comes back to Hope's Crossing, bringing with him memories of broken promises and teen angst. A retired pro baseball player on the mend from injury-and a damaging scandal-he's interested in his own brand of reinvention.

Now everything about Spencer's new-and-improved lifestyle, from his mission to build a rehab facility for injured veterans to his clear devotion to his preteen daughter, Peyton, touches Charlotte's heart. Holding on to past hurt is her only protection against falling for him-again. But if she takes the risk, will she find in Spencer a hometown heartbreaker, or the hero she's always wanted?

My Review

Another wonderful addition to the Hope's Crossing series. I couldn't wait to hear what was going on in this community. This series from the start captured my heart and I instantly knew that I would enjoy Ms Thayne's storytelling. I can honestly say that the main character was an inspiration to me and I can guess probably to a lot of young ladies and women. Her decision to begin the journey of losing weight and then continuing with healthy eating habits and exercise was a true inspiration I know this sounds funny, but every time Charlotte would exercise, I felt guilty and wanted to put the book down and exercise myself.. :) I do have to say that her dedication made me look at how I handle my own struggle with eating and keeping the weight off.

 
I like Spencer, he worked hard trying to keep his inner demons away, he blamed himself for his granny's death and his sister's trouble with the law. In his youth, as he was struggling with school, Charlotte tutored him, during this time their friendship blossomed. Trying to save face in front of a friend, Spencer made a "not so nice" comment about Charlotte... yep, you guessed it, she overheard it.

It devastated her and she still harbored those feeling of low self -esteem. But Spencer wants to right a wrong, will Charlotte open up her heart and put aside a young boy's comments and experience true love? Well I am not going to spoil this for you.. But I will say this one was just a bit spicy (which I liked) but not enough to be a turn off for those who want just sweet romance books. Enjoy... I can't wait to hear what's next for my friends in Hope's Crossing. I think Charlotte's brother is due a story.. and I think RaeAnne will pair him up with someone that can knock that chip off his shoulders.

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