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And Now, Back to You by B.K. Borison ARC Review

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And Now, Back to You by B.K. Borrison

Rating: 3 out of 5.

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Series: Heartstrings #2

Heat Level: 🔥🔥

Release Date: February 24, 2026

Publisher: Berkley Romance

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.

SYNOPSIS

Two competing meteorologists are forced to find common ground in this opposites attract, When Harry Met Sally inspired romance, from New York Times bestselling author B.K. Borison.

Jackson Clark and Delilah Stewart have had their fair share of run-ins over the years, often ending in disaster. While Jackson thrives on routine and organization from the comfort of his radio booth, Delilah loves the spontaneity and adventure out in the field. When they’re partnered against their will to cover the snowstorm of the century, they find themselves scrambling to figure out how to work together.

Eager to be taken seriously as a journalist, Delilah offers Jackson a deal. If he can help her ace this assignment, she’ll help him rediscover his long-lost fun side. With an undiscovered chemistry burning beneath their clashes, the unlikely partnership quickly tumbles into an easy and surprising friendship.

But when other feelings start to enter the equation, can Jackson and Delilah withstand the storm? Or does what happens in the mountains, stay in the mountains?

REVIEW

What you can expect to find in And Now, Back to You:
-both weather reporters – he’s radio she’s television
-opposites attract
-forced proximity (they’re snowed in)
-heavier family dynamics
-inspired by When Harry Met Sally

Delilah actually loves doing the weather. She’s enthusiastic, knows exactly what’s going on and loves her job. Okay…she loves her job most of the times when she’s not being tormented by her boss. Jackson also loves weather, but isn’t always the best when it comes to impromptu situations while on air. He rambles… a lot and can’t always seem to quiet his thoughts. Jackson and Delilah haven’t always seen eye to eye and definitely don’t consider themselves “friends.” Yes, they share the same parking lot, but often are leaving each other passive aggressive notes.

So when their respective bosses float the idea of a partnership between the two -they’re not quite sure how to feel. But there’s a huge storm moving in and while they may not always like each other they both love reporting on the weather. So they move ahead with this tentative alliance. Will they manage to find some ground while they’re both snowed in while they report on the weather?

And Now, Back to You is the second installment in the Heartsrings series. I loved First-Time Caller so much and was equally enthusiastic for Jackson and Delilah’s story in And Now, Back to You! This book was less of a rom-com and had more serious undertones. While I really enjoyed the story, I felt like I didn’t connect as much with Jackson and Delilah as I wanted to. They got over their dislike for each other really quickly and I wasn’t able to establish that connection between Jackson and Delilah like I wanted to. BUT!! anytime Jackson called Delilah “Baby” oof…I was a goner 🫠

I did really enjoy Jackson’s relationship with this sisters and Delilah’s relationship with her grandfather. Those scenes were always so heartfelt!

Overall, I’d give And Now, Back to You a solid 3-3.5 stars! I am SO EXCITED for the next book in the series!!

ARC Review First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison

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First-Time Caller by BK Borison

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Series: Heartstrings #1

Heat Level: 🔥🔥

Release Date: February 11, 2025

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and audiobook from prhaudio.

SYNOPSIS

A hopeless romantic meets a jaded radio host in this cozy, Sleepless in Seattle-inspired love story from beloved author B.K. Borison.

Aiden Valentine has a secret: he’s fallen out of love with love. And as the host of Baltimore’s romance hotline, that’s a bit of a problem. But when a young girl calls in to the station asking for dating advice for her mom, the interview goes viral, thrusting Aiden and Heartstrings into the limelight.

Lucie Stone thought she was doing just fine. She has a good job; an incredible family; and a smart, slightly devious kid. But when all of Baltimore is suddenly scrutinizing her love life-or lack thereof—she begins to question if she’s as happy as she thought. Maybe a little more romance wouldn’t be such a bad thing.

Everyone wants Lucie to find her happy ending… even the handsome, temperamental man calling the shots. But when sparks start to fly behind the scenes, Lucie must make the final call between the radio-sponsored happily ever after or the man in the headphones next to her.

REVIEW

okay first of all – he wears a thin gold chain 🫦 AND he keeps a list of her favorite things 🫠

I finished First-Time Caller a few months ago and I’m still thinking about it. I loved everything about this book. Single parent romances can be hit and miss for me, but B.K. Borison knew what she was doing with First-Time Caller. I loved loved loved Aiden + Lucie. If you’re looking for…

-forced proximity
-slow burn
-strangers to friends to lovers
-single mom
-found family/family bond
-tension
-she wants magic and love x he doesn’t believe in that
-she’s a mechanic

Okay hear me out – didn’t realize I was going to love this so much until I read it in First Time Caller…he has a gold chain and plays with it when he’s nervous or anxious – gah!!! (brought me back to Connell and his chain from Normal People). Okay…moving on now

THIS BOOK. This book was so so so good. I read Business Casual last year and didn’t think that BK Borison could top that, but she did. I have not watched Sleepless in Seattle (maybe I need to?) so I’m not sure how to compare this book to that movie, but I will say that I was hooked right from the beginning. I loved the dynamics with all the characters in this book. From Lucie and her ex (also baby daddy) to Aiden and his co-worker/best friend Jackson. Every person in this book had an important role to play and I appreciate that none of them were there just for the sake of it.

And the relationship between Aiden and Lucie 🥹 I loved the banter and tension between these two. Ugh. This is one of those books that I wanted to fly through and at the same time I didn’t want it to end. These two were just so good for one another.

If you are a fan of audiobooks, I highly recommend listening to First-Time Caller. I had an opportunity to listen to the audiobook and it was phenomenal. I feel like E.J. Bingham and Hathaway Lee did such an amazing job bringing life to Aiden and Lucie! I seriously enjoyed this audiobook rendition so much.

Only gripe with First-Time Caller … I didn’t want it to end.

Absolutely cannot wait for the next book in the series! BK Borison is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors.

I would recommend you add this book to your tbr!

ARC Review – Business Casual by B.K. Borison

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Business Casual by B.K. Borison

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Series: Lovelight #4

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Heat Level: 🌶🌶

Release Date: July 16, 2024

Publisher: Berkley

I received a complimentary copy from Berkley.


SYNOPSIS

Two opposites decide to test their chemistry with one steamy night together. But will once be enough?

Nova Porter isn’t looking for love, and she certainly has no explanation for her attraction to buttoned-up, three-piece-suit-wearing investment banker Charlie Milford. Maybe it’s his charm? Or maybe it’s his determination to help her fledgling business however he can. Either way, she’s distracted every time he’s around. With her new tattoo studio set to open in her hometown of Inglewild, she doesn’t have time for frivolous flirtations. 

In an effort to get Charlie out of her system once and for all, Nova offers a proposition. One night. No strings. They’ll kick their uncomfortable attraction to the curb and return to their respective responsibilities. But their explosive night together scatters their expectations like fallen leaves. And with Charlie in town as the temporary head of Lovelight Farms, Nova can’t quite avoid him. 

And Charlie? Well, Charlie knows a good investment when he sees one. He’s hoping he can convince Nova he’s worth some of her time.

REVIEW

What you can expect to find in Business Casual:
-golden retriever hero
-grumpy heroine
-friends to lovers
-“let’s get this out of our system”
-🌶🌶
-he takes care of her
-no third act breakup
-he falls first
-found family
-small town shenanigans

I first read Lovelight Farms last year and immediately became obsessed with the small town charm of Inglewild. As soon as Charlie was introduced I knew that I was going to love his book because I immediately loved his character. A bit goofy and funny but definitely hiding some vulnerabilities.

Business Casual had so many of my favorite tropes – friends to lovers, found family and of course “let’s just get this out of our system” because when does that ever work out 🤭. The chemistry between Nova and Charlie was so good. Their tension made for a delicious slow burn. Charlie and Nova were both so patient with one another – not letting them hide behind their feelings and always facing hard things together. I love that for them so much.

I’ll be honest – I’ve been loving books that are on the angsty side lately and (unpopular opinion) I don’t mind a third act breakup. BUT BK Borison did a wonderful job with this rom-com that didn’t have a third act breakup. There was still some angst, but it was the perfect amount for this book.

Overall, I highly enjoyed Business Casual. Definitely taking second place in the series after Lovelight Farms