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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) By Lily Ryan – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Star
Hate To Love You ( Baker’s Bunch Book 1 ) By Lily Ryan

Hate to Love you is the first Book in The Baker’s Bunch Series by Lily Ryan I’m a huge fan of Lily Ryan and was very excited to dive into what I already knew was going to be a amazing story. I was hooked from the beginning and couldn’t put it down till the end. I had to know what happens next. This is about Cole and Samantha. These two are keeping their relationship a secret especially since Samantha’s brother is Cole’s best friend. But we all secrets always come out sooner or later. What happens next?Can these two have a future together? Will Cole loose his best friend and Samantha? Find out what happens next I highly recommend reading this Book. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Sunday Barnaby

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You by Lily Ryan
Four Stars

Hate to Love You is the first book in the Baker’s Bunch series by
Lily Ryan. This story had me hooked from the very first page and I read the whole book in one sitting. This emotional read had me rooting for Cole and Samantha. Trying to keep their feelings a secret can only cause problems between themselves, their family and friends. This is set for a younger crowd but I still loved it in my middle age. The emotions were a roller coaster ride that will make you go from high highs to low lows. I enjoyed the readsand hope to read the next book in the series.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Jessica Leombruno

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You by Lily Ryan was a good introduction to this author for me. This new adult forbidden best friend’s little sister romance, kept me turning the paper to find out what was going to happen next. Cole and Samantha have been in each other’s life for about 8 years, but the day Samantha’s brother over-dozed is when things changed for them. It’s the unforgettable question of will they or won’t they start a relationship? Are they going to hide or tell the brother?

Young love can be so confusing and insecurities can make you do some stupid things. Cole and Samantha had a lot of ups and downs throughout this book that can make your head spin but once things were out in the open, things came together in a good way. I would love to see some of the secondary characters get a book and get updates on Cole and Samantha. This could be a good start to a college romance series.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Lisa Brydalski

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You is the first book in the Bakers Bunch Series by author Lily Ryan. Samantha Stone has had a thing for her big brother’s best friend, Cole Andrews, since she was a pre-teen. After an incident forces the two together for one night, they decide they want each other but don’t know how their relationship would affect those around them. Do they take a chance or go back to the place they have always held in each other’s lives?
This was a pretty good story; I did definitely prefer Cole’s character over Samantha’s though. Samantha was definitely a young, naïve and at times highly annoying. Fortunately for the story she does redeem herself. This was my first book by Ms. Ryan but it probably won’t be my last.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Karyn Taylor

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate To Love You is the first book in the Baker’s Bunch series by Lily Ryan. It was the first time I had read any work from this author so I was unsure what to expect. What I got was a well written ‘forbidden love’ story that I really enjoyed.
Samantha (also Sam or Sammie) Stone has been in love with her brother Tyler’s best friend Cole Andrews for as long as she can remember.
Cole Andrews has been secretly fighting his attraction to his best friend Tyler’s little sister Sammie for a long time. Tyler has never hidden the fact that he would be ‘extremely upset’ if Cole ever went anywhere near Sammie.
When tragedy almost strikes and Tyler has a very narrow escape from the grim reaper, Cole and Sammie, in comforting each other, take their friendship to a whole new level.
In trying to keep things from Tyler, Cole ends up deeply hurting Sammie and what ensues is an excellent storyline between Sammie, Cole, Tyler and a few other secondary characters who are a great addition to the story. What I did have to remind myself on many occasions was just how young Sammie’s character was, as so many times I wanted to scream “grow up” at her.
I really enjoyed this first book in the Barker’s Bunch series and as there were some really great secondary characters, I look forward to seeing what the author has in store in future books in the series

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) By Lily Ryan – Review By Stacey Baxter

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One of my favourite reads is a second chance romance and this one was no different it had me hooked from page one. Cole and Sam have always had chemistry and feelings for one another while they were growing up but at the time a relationship just wasn’t going to happen it was a big fat NO so they just kept how they were truly feeling to themselves which isn’t easy. Year’s later thing’s change they kiss will they finally get their happy ever after and be together and true to themselves. Such a brilliant read i enjoyed every second!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Katie Kearney

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) By Lily Ryan. I loved everything about this book, the author writes a story that had me completely hooked from start to finish. The emotions and chemistry Cole and Samantha have jumped off the pages and took me on quite the journey. I’m a sucker for a “forbidden “ love story and while they can get predictable not once did I feel that feeling reading this story. It’s well written and paced nicely never feeling rushed or lacking anything. The characters are complex and relatable and I truly won’t forget their story any time soon. I can’t wait to see where the author takes readers next. I’m giving this story a five star review and highly recommend it.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Lucy Berson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate To Love You, A Brothers Best Friend Novel, (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan.
When Samantha finds out some tragic news, the one person there to comfort her is her brothers best friend and the guy that she has crushed on for what seems like forever, Cole Andrews. Cole knows that he wants Samantha and always has but he also knows that no one would accept them being in a relationship. So he admits his feeling to her but tells her that for the time being, they need to keep their relationship a secret. Will they be able to go on in secrecy or will everything blow up in their faces and lose each other in the process?
I absolutely loved this book and I can not wait for more!!!!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Carrie Reed

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate To Love You by Lily Ryan
Baker’s Bunch Book 1
My rating: 5 out of 5 stars

This book was a rough ride. The story is wonderful, the characters are fantastic and the issues Sam and Tyler’s family face are very real. The drama with Sam and her brother’s best friend Cole is over the top. I say that because everything can always be worked out by communication, but Sam seemed to have the most trouble doing that. Throughout the whole book it seemed Sam and Cole just couldn’t stop breaking each other’s hearts over and over. At one point Cole has had enough and Sam realizes she could lose him forever if she doesn’t get her issues together. Their relationship is beautiful though, and I really pulled for them the whole way.

This book had me on edge the whole way through and I could not put it down. There are some great steamy scenes and an awesome story line. I would highly recommend this to any romance lover.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Jana Teppih

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You is the first book in Lily Ryan’s Baker’s Bunch Book. It is a young adult story of the pain of growing up … it is a hot mess overloaded with emotions and knee jerk reactions and it is not surprising, it is for young adults so if you are of my age and you found yourself reading it, tone down your criticism and look at it through the eyes of the young ones. Growing up is not a party though at times it seems so to us who are on the fringes and we look at the popular crowd!
Hate to Love You is a forbidden love story of Samantha ‘Sam’ Stone and Cole Andrews. Cole is Sam’s brother’s best friend so you can imagine why it is a forbidden love story! Things happen and both give in to their feelings for one night … what happens then? The writer gives us the story from both Sam’s and Cole’s point of view so we have the front row seat to their angst, I mean their feelings … it is a rollercoaster ride and most of us can relate to it for sure! As it is the first book in the series, I wonder who the next one is …

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Sarah Oakes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great read about change. Sam’s brother has overdosed on drugs, but all she can think about is kissing his best friend, Cole Andrews. That night changes everything as she gets her hearts desire. But her brother always gets in the middle of things and Cole doesn’t want to risk Tyler finding out. Can their forbidden love blossom or is it doomed from the start?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns. Well developed characters like Cole trying to be a good friend but also follow his heart or Sam try to do what makes her happy despite what others think.
I loved the visual detail throughout the novel like with the storm with the thunder and lightning in beauty and colour grabbing the readers attention from the start and a wonderful use of foreshadowing. Or the vivid colours used with the greens and blues of the eyes wonderfully written. Or the coffee shop with its homely feel and comfy booths for a sense of peace from the storm.
The switch of perspectives worked well to display both sides of the story and was easy to follow with names as chapter titles. The only issue I would raise is that the conflict of Tyler not finding out felt as if it was a bigger problem than it seemed. Perhaps if this was explained, this would br more relatable. Also the reminiscences into the past felt unnecessary and often repeated things. Overall, a great read and I would give it four stars

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Katie Matthews

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

This is the third book that I have enjoyed by this author, I always find it so easy to get into the stories that she writes and the characters are always enjoyable to read about. Second chance romance stories are always one I like to read about, I love to see people who have a genuine connection find each other again and then throw in the ‘forbidden relationship’ part to it too and I am in book heaven! Hate to Love You was exactly what I wanted from a story in this genre! I love Cole and Sam and I was rooting for them the whole way through. There were some quite emotional parts to this book that the author really wrote about well and I felt like I knew these characters really well by the end of the story.
I really did enjoy this story and would highly recommend it to other readers. I will also be looking forward to reading more from Ms Ryan again in the future!!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1)
By Lily Ryan
Rated 5 stars

First off I LOVE that cover! It totally drew me in to check out this story. Best friend brother/sister stories are a favorite so I have high hopes. This really doesn’t disappoint. I could NOT put this down. I was a bit grouchy when family tried to interrupt me. Luckily I was done with work for the day.

This couple! Not only is the couple going to have problems because this is a best friends sister book but now there is another bad element in the story. I am in anguish for these two people. My heart is beyond broken. I can see what is going to happen and want to say “Stop! Stop right now”. But of course this is a story so that doesn’t really work. I just have to plug along with tears streaming out of my eyes and my heart in two pieces. Also a few vocal admonishments here and there.

I love how Cole is throughout this whole story. Yes there are irritating times but overall he is trying. He has to deal with the whole forbidden fruit issue because that is what Sam is to him. She just can’t get that through her head. She doesn’t understand why and that’s when things happen. She is young and has a lot of issues going on in her life

My only issue and it’s not really a big one but these characters are very young. (Well Samantha is.)I can easily still see all the drama and emotional stuff that affect teenagers in her actions. I loved the story but that got old. I’m sure it happens in real life all the time but I am surprised that Cole hangs on beings he is just a bit older. I was so proud of him when he denied her. I really felt for him for many different reasons. He did say some very nice things and he was my favorite character.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Lyndsey Fairley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan
4 stars

I really liked the premise of this book, but it felt just a tad rushed in timeline and the make-up after conflict. I understand they’re new adults, so maturity for somethings aren’t there yet but otherwise a great story.
I love a siblings best friend romance. While I didn’t agree with the way they did things I understood why it happened that way.
This book also has a nice message of never jump to conclusions on things as they aren’t always what they appear.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) By Lily Ryan – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You ( Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan. This is the forbidden love story of Samantha Stone aka Sam and Cole Andrews, Cole is Sam’s brother Tyler’s best friend and Tyler has made it clear no one and I mean no one who he is friends with is to touch Sam. Sam and Cole become friends and one night after Sam is in a bad breakup he consoles her and it leads to a passionate night. Cole know’s for Tyler’s safety they have to keep it a secret but can Sam do that and can they deny their feelings to protect Tyler? Will they give up on one another because its putting Tyler at risk or will Cole lose both Sam and Tyler? Read Hate to Love You to find out!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You by Lily Ryan

5-stars

Hate to Love You is my second read by the incredible Lily Ryan and so far, it’s my favorite! I completely devoured this book as I couldn’t get enough of the steamy connection and drama filled relationship between Cole and Sam. From the very first chapter I was hooked, and I enjoyed everything about this story.

I love the push and pull between the main characters and often times it had me sitting on the edge of my seat wondering how it was all going to play out. I can’t wait to read more from this author and hopefully more of these characters in the future!

I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone looking for their next romance read!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You was one of those books that I completely judged by its cover, and one-clicked once I took it all in. I have never had the chance to read anything from Lily Ryan prior to this and so I was definitely going in completely blind with high hopes. Let me tell you, Ms. Ryan did not disappoint! Yeah, yeah it is a second chance mixed with the forbidden love romance that you see a lot of in the romance genre, but it is so well written that you are engaged from beginning to end without a dull moment to be found.

I just adored reading Cole and Samantha. Their little love story and the difficult road it takes to get from that first life altering kiss brought be back to my younger years when love was young and naive. Sam is a tad annoying with the naivete character but it really ends up evolving and fitting the story quite well. I loved Cole, he swept me off my feet! I am super excited that this is book one in the Baker’s Bunch Series so there will be more to come in this story line. While I wait I have some previously released books to devour by Lily Ryan!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You by Lily Ryan is book one of the Baker’s Bunch series. This book has forbidden love, second chances and so much more. I couldn’t put it down!!

Sam has always had feelings for Cole it seems. Cole never cared much if Sam tagged along with Tyler, her older brother. Rule was Cole’s best friend so he knew that nothing could ever happen with Sam. Sam’s life seems to be unraveling but when everything seems like it’s falling apart, Cole is still there. Sam takes her chance. Will Sam and Cole make a go at it or will all the forces stack against them?

I absolutely loved this book. It was heartbreaking yet heartfelt. I felt every single emotion! I don’t even have the words for how much I love this book. I highly recommend reading it!

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Hate to Love You (Bakers Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Heidi Eich Woodring

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to love you, by Lily Ryan, is the first book in the Bakers Bunch series. THIS BOOK was amazing and hooked me right away. This book is filled with tension, passion, love, lust, and heartbreak. Sam was always in love with her brother’s best friend. He was always there for her and never turned her away when she wanted to tag along. Cole always knew that he had feelings for Sam but knew nothing would or could happen between them. SHE WAS OFF LIMITS. Then one night, while Sam is seeking confront from Cole things go far and they share of night of passion and longing. Quickly these two learn not all secrets stay hidden and one night could lead to losing something they both love and want.
I adore Lily Ryan and the books she shares with us. She gives us stories we can jump into and love. I give this book 5 star and highly recommend this book!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Heather Bahm

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan is a new adult/college second chance romance. What more can you ask from a story where the younger sister has a crush on her older brother’s best friend? Of course, grab that book and sit in for an enjoyable read!! Hate to Love You was a novel that held emotional shifts, along with secret desires, drama and additional antics that ensued. Sam was a great heroine in this story showing much strength when you’d anticipate most to cave to all the events occurring around them – but Sam was remarkable. Cole was a little more back and forth, but at the same time endearing and direct in his convictions. There were times that I just wanted to toss the two of them into a room to clear up events that occurred, but the way the author had the story play out worked for them. A great start to the Baker’s Bunch series.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Chantelle Smith

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first read from this author and I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this read. Lily Ryan has a brilliant writing style, with great characters and a plot that was captivating and flows seamlessly from chapter to chapter. This was a brilliant romance read with all the feels. You could tell immediately that Cole & Sam were meant to be together from the feelings they have had for each other over the years, and all throughout the read, you can’t help but wish that they finally get a HEA. But is possible that the secrets they have been keeping, in order to protect those they care about will come out? Will they get a HEA?
This book was steamy in all the right ways, it keeps you turning the pages wanting to find out what would happen next, I grew to love Cole & Samantha together more and more in this read, they were relatable, real & likeable characters from the start and they just continued to make the story better and better the more their journey got told!

I can’t wait to see what else this author brings, but until then this isn’t a book to be missed, I highly recommend this read!

Reviewed by @tillytillzz

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan is a contemporary young adult romance story. It is well written and engaging and enjoyable characters. It is about forbidden fruit that can no longer be denied and along with that the normal emotional ride.

Sam has grown up with feelings for her brothers best friend and now she can no longer deny it. But does he want her? Will one night make or break them?

Cole had noticed that his best friends sister is no longer a little girl but she is off limits, he has made that very clear. Does she feel the same? Will secrets and lies destroy everything they hold dear?

I look forward to the next book.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You by Lily Ryan is the first book in the Baker’s Bunch series. This is a brilliant Brothers best friend romance that is sure to capture your heart.
This is the kind of book that absolutely steals my heart and this one is definitely one of the best. I loved the connection between the two main characters. Their chemistry was undeniable and the forbidden nature so captivating. A lot of the time I find this element off putting but the author did it so well I was thoroughly convinced. As a first read by this author I have to say she blew me away and I loved every aspect of this book. To me this is a must read!

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Michelle Austin

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You was a good 4 star read and book one in the Baker’s Bunch series.

Samantha’s world has been turned upside down. Her brother is in the hospital and she has a secret that could really hurt people she loves. When Cole shows up to comfort her and take her to the hospital things take a heated turn. Cole quickly puts a stop to it, knowing that Samantha is forbidden, she is his best friend’s sister.

Samantha has had a crush on Cole for years. Cole has also noticed Samantha, but her brother has pretty much threatened him and told him hands off. With emotions running high and the heat between them, can they deny their feelings? Can they possibly get a HEA?

I overall enjoyed this read but I had some very high frustration levels with Sam. I had to keep telling myself she’s only 17. There is a lot of misinterpretations and misunderstandings, that add to the drama. There is also a learning piece, don’t always believe what you see and get the real story from those involved. The secondary characters were good and added a great element to the story. I actually would like to see more from these two and look forward to reading more from this series.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Sheri Schrader

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You by Lily Ryan is the first book in the Baker’s Bunch series. This is the story of Samantha and Cole and their chance at love. The two have known each other most of their lives. Cole has always been around since he is best friends with Samantha’s brother. What happens after the two have a kiss?
The story is really good and tells about a longing that has been growing between the characters for a long time. I like that they are concerned and have to deal with possible consequences of them growing closer together. The characters are also really good and I was hoping for them to find their happily every after. I look forward to where the series goes and hope to see more from some of the secondary characters in the future.

Review by @sherimichelle1

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Gail Guerrero

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan

Four Stars

I dislike females like Sam. I’m definitely the type to run up on you if I see something crazy. I hate when people jump to conclusions. I want all the facts and details. Not second hand either. I need it right from the person’s mouth. Sam just wanted something to happen so she wouldn’t feel bad and everything was someone else’s fault. Cole at first seemed like a douche. But as the story moves along you start to understand his reasons and his version of events. I liked the way this author wrote this story. I always enjoy stories were we see more than one POV. I really think it makes a story more entertaining and thoughtful when they let you relate.
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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Maura Harper

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

HATE TO LOVE YOU is the first book I’ve read by this author and I will be reading future books in this series.

This is one of those stories that was so frustrating to read because of the immaturity of the female protagonist UNTIL I remembered that she is only a senior in high school who has had a crush on her brother’s best friend forever and it makes total sense that she acts the way she does. Poor kid has no life experience.

This was a quick read with characters who are fully developed and a story that was well plotted from beginning to end. While the story was predictable at times, there were still some things that were fresh to the genre. The accountability the brother takes for the mistakes he’s made and how he came to be where he is in life. REFRESHING!!! Also, there is a conversation regarding #metoo and I’m super hopeful that this is actually happening in the real world peer to peer.

I absolutely am looking forward to getting to know more about Abby and Zane in future stories.

Review by @mauraharper

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

Hate to Love You is the first book in the Baker’s Bunch Series by Lily Ryan. It is a contemporary/ new adult romance story with a brother’s best friend- forbidden romance theme.
Cole Andrews and Samantha Stone share a history, growing up together- she is his best friend’s little sister, and completely off-limits. But a passionate night together changes everything, and a secret relationship begins. What happens if their secret is revealed? Do these two really have a chance at a future together? What about his friendship with her brother?
This was a well written and engaging story, if not a little predictable. This angsty story really had me rooting for Cole and Samantha, and I really wanted them to find their HEA, together!
I have enjoyed Ms. Ryan’s easy to read writing style and look forward to her next book.

Thank-you, Ms Ryan!!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this second chance story. One thing I enjoy most about this author is her ability to pull me into her stories right from the start, this one is no different. Sam and Cole have always had feelings for each other when they were growing up. With a relationship being a no no they both kept feelings to themselves. Now, years later, one night, one kiss could change everything for them. Will they get the HEA they deserve? Great characters, emotional ride, I highly recommend this book.

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Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) By Lily Ryan – Review by Laura Furuta

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1)
By: Lily Ryan
5 out of 5 stars

The story Hate to Love You (Baker’s Bunch Book 1) by Lily Ryan is a new adult/romance book. It is a story that pulled me in from the very beginning and I was hooked. I loved reading about the characters of Cole Andrews and Samantha Stone. Their story is one that is an emotional journey that had me turning pages to find out what happens next. These two both have deep feelings for each other. There is a night of passion that changes everything. They are keeping their relationship a secret. Especially from her brother who happens to be Cole’s best friend. Secrets have a way of coming out. What does the future hold for Samantha and Cole? Will he lose her and his best friend? Read this book to find out. Samantha and Cole are characters that I grew to care about with each chapter that I read. I wanted them to find happiness. This story has romantic moments that make the temperature in the room rise. This is a romance book that you don’t want to miss out reading. I highly recommend it.

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