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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Michelle Austin

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read. I was pulled in right from the beginning. I really liked both Katelyn and Grant, they had my emotions all over the place with their story. Katelyn helps horses, when she is contacted to come and help Grant’s horse after an accident, she also finds herself helping Grant. Grant was very difficult and stubborn with Katelyn. As we learn more about Grant’s history my heart broke for him. Will Katelyn be able to fix this broken man?

Overall I really enjoyed this story. We get alternating POV, which I love because then you get to see what each of them are thinking. The author does a great job with her writing, I felt like I was right in the story with the characters. I can’t wait to read more from this author and the next book in this series. If you’re looking for a great western romance, 1-click and get started today.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Elisha Johnson

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Back to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan- 5 out of 5 stars

So nostalgic! Very easy to read and it will get you stuck in your feelings. The authors did a great job with this fun book. I would consider this to be a rom-com type book. I recommend reading this book, you will not regret it.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Granting Katelyn is a very good romance novel when you want to escape reality. The story is easy to comprehend. The characters are very relatable, especially Grant and Katelyn. The other minor characters provide an expected feel of the world the main characters are living in. The author has done really well in making the reader feel like they are in the story itself.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Sheri Schrader

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Back to the 80s is a fun, nostalgic rom-com. If you grew up in the 80s or love the past, this is a fun reminder of what was great then. Blaine has inherited her mom’s shop, a novelty shop showing love for all things 1980s. Eric is a local developer who plans to demolish her shop to build a brewery. Can Blaine convince Eric that her shop is worth saving?
This is a sweet rom-com that has me wanting to dive into some great 80s films. The characters of Blaine and Eric are good contrasts that help develop from enemies to something much better. I like Blaine because she has strong opinions and is independent. She is there to fight for the business that she loves and isn’t mooning over Eric. There are no twists and turns or anything outrageous, but due to the nostalgic tone, I enjoyed the book. I will be looking for more from this author in the future.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by La Toya Lewis

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Back to the 80’s by S. E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan. This book is a fun little Rom-Com about Blaine the owner of the shop Back to the 80’s and Eric a developer that wants to develop the mall where her store is located. This is a story with a cute plot and sweet characters. Blaine convinces Eric to give her 30 days to show him how awesome the 80’s are and takes on a fun, nostalgic little ride. I really enjoyed all the 80’s references from my childhood. Blaine and Eric have wonderful chemistry. They are both lovely characters and you know reading the story that they won’t be able to resist falling in love. This is a quick and fun read. You won’t be able to resist the nostalgia and the cuteness.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Kerry Carr

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Sweet Valley series. Even though it is part of a series this can be read as a standalone but personally I loved the first book so much that I was glad I read that first. The author does an amazing job at writing romance stories that are deep, emotional and the characters all have issues and problems to overcome before they go to the HEA. For me it makes the stories more realistic and relatable and the characters more real and I become more invested in their story.
In this story we meet Elle’ sister Katelyn. When she arrives to help the injured horse she doesn’t expect to feel such a strong connection to the owner.
As their chemistry grows Katelyn soon realises that it’s not just the horse that needs help healing.
Can Katelyn’s strength and determination help Grant to heal from his past pains or will the hurdles in their path mean that they can’t work through them.
This is a heart warming and emotional story about 2 people who have such a strong connection but who need to heal and sort through the issues of the past before they have any hope of a happy future. I loved both Grant and Katelyn and I felt every emotion they went through. I was completely invested in this couple and was willing them to succeed every step of the way. They say the road to love is never smooth and this is definately the case for this couple.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Crystal Jimmo

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Katelyn and Grant are two well developed characters, if not a little frustrating. Both are strong willed, and a little spirited. Katelyn is asked to treat a beautiful Throughbred who injured. Unknowing to her Grant is going to constantly get her way. The way these two butt heads made me laugh, but when Grant’s past comes back to haunt him, it seems to turn for the worse. I was sucked in from page one and absolutely loved reading this book!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Heidi Schoolman

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was totally looking forward to reading this – I LOVE the 80’s! Blaine’s mother owned a novelty store called “Back to the 80’s” and passed it on to her when she died. Eric wants to demolish the store to build a brewery. Blaine talks him into giving her a month to prove to him how great that decade was. This was such a great read with a nice trip down memory lane!

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Katie Matthews

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another enjoyable read from this series. I love these books because they are just so easy to read, the characters are really relatable and they are actually a pleasure to settle down with and read. The plots are easy to follow and the wonderful writing makes them a pleasure to read. Granting Katelyn was a wonderful book with great characters. Grant was so lovely, I fell in love with him instantly – I really just wanted to give him the biggest hug! Katelyn was equally as lovely, she had a great strength about her and the interaction between the two characters whilst at times was steamy there was also this genuine connection that I loved! There was a lot of emotion in the story too and the author did an amazing job with getting that emotion across to the reader.
I 100%recommend this story to other readers.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Katie Matthews

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book so much! The storyline was great and I loved the characters. In just one shop I was transported back to the 80’s and all the memories of things I or my family owned! I’m pretty sure I still have my cabbage patch doll somewhere! I love a good rom com story and this one was definitely one of my favourites! I could definitely imagine this book being made into a film – one I would definitely watch. There was definite instant attraction between Blaine and Eric, and although pretty fast it didn’t feel forced and I enjoyed seeing this evolve over the story.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story and would highly recommend it to other readers.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Audrie Harrington

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh my goodness I LOVED this book! I was a kid in the 80’s and I loved every single page. There was so much talk of 80’s movies, music, toys, and games that it took me back to my childhood. The main character, Blaine, is lovable from the beginning. She is an independent and strong business owner who has made some great friends with the other shop owners in her strip mall. She runs a shop that belonged to her mom and that she grew up in that was dedicated to all things 80’s. The strip mall is supposed to be bought by a huge construction company so they can build a new brewery. When she meets one of the Morales clan she thinks he is an intern, not the one in charge. Eric Morales is hoping this job, his first big job on his own, goes smoothly so he can become a partner in the family company. Eric and Blaine end up making a bet – she needs to convince him that her company is worth saving and she only has one month. Blaine ends up planning some really fun 80’s outings to convince Eric, but it is hard to keep it just business as they start hanging out and getting to know each other. 5 stars!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Julie Johnson

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

I feel like I’ve taken a walk back through time with this novel! I had so much fun reading about Blaine’s store with all her retro clothing, clothes, music, and more! It’s the kind of store I’d visit and spend hours in just remembering the “good ole days” of my childhood.

Blaine inherited this awesome store from her mother and she’s super proud of all her accomplishments with it. One day, JT, the hairstylist next door in the strip mall, comes to deliver some bad news though. The mall has been bought and is scheduled for demolition. Everyone must be out and there’s not much time.

Blaine, not one to back down from a challenge, makes a point to be present when the land developer crew walks through for a final inspection. Eric is in awe of her store but is really gunning for that title of partner in the family business. After meeting Blaine, Eric isn’t so sure about these plans now. Then Blaine issues a bet that Eric can’t pass up.

This is a fun read that transported me back in time, even if just for a few hours. I loved all the references to the time honored traditions of the 80’s and even had a few great memories myself reliving this fun era of time.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Kerry Baker

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a really great romance story with some complex and interesting characters. As the second book in the series it can be read as a standalone. I knew straight away that the book was going to be enjoyable but it was the characters that really drew me in. I loved their connection and how they had to navigate everything going on. The fit together well and made for a strong couple.
The storyline was great to read. It fit the characters well and I became invested in what was happening. This author crafted a well written book that is easy to lose yourself in for an afternoon. I am looking forward to seeing what is next for this series.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Sweet Valley series. I would recommend reading the first book prior to this one, but this one can be read as a standalone.

As with the first book, it’s well-written, this time told from both Katelyn and Grant’s perspectives. I enjoy this way of telling it as you get more insight into each of their lives and perspectives The writing flows well

Katelyn is a strong, determined character, tasked with helping Grant and his horse. Grant has had a traumatic past and that puts some believable challenges in the pair’s way, but I loved seeing the two of them develop as the story progressed. I loved the pair together and was emotionally invested in them from the start.

I can’t wait for another book in the series to be released!

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Toni Sellers

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is book 2 In The Sweet Valley series. This is Katlyn and Grants story. It is a well written western romance, with wonderful characters as with the first book which was also amazing. it’s got all the good stuff, healing, challenges, secrets, a little mystery, and love. Some good steamy parts. I definitely recommend this book. It can be a standalone, but I do think you should read the first book also.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Carla Clemmons

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a great heartfelt love story! Both characters are very strong willed and have a lot of growth. I will say some parts were hard to read and could be triggering. This story definitely pulls you in from the beginning. I had not read the first book but plan to go back now and read it. The author has a great writing style that keeps you wanting more. I really liked reading from both characters’ points of view. If you are looking for a good romance with some steamy scenes then this is a great one to pick up.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An enjoyable and engaging western romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Katelyn Sullivan has to travel across the country in order to help treat an injured prized thoroughbred, however when she arrives, the owner, Grant Tennyson stands in her way. It soon becomes clear that if Katelyn wants to save the horse, then she needs to get close enough to Grant to find out why he doesn’t want her to help. As Katelyn gets closer to Grant she realises that his painful past may be stopping him from moving forward. However, she didn’t expect that losing her heart might be an option when getting to know the grumpy Grant. This is book two in the series and Katelyn is Elle (from book one) sister, however it can be read as a standalone story. Both Katelyn and Grant are likeable and relatable characters and their chemistry sizzled off the page. It was an emotional rollercoaster of a read, as the characters overcome issues both in their pasts and in the present. The descriptive narrative once again brought the setting to life which made me feel immersed in the storyline.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review byRayne East

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rom com with a taste of the best era!
Back to the 80s is an awesome trip down memory lane. Blaine Reynolds is a great character who loves the 80s and owns a shop to prove it. Eric is a business man with an agenda to keep. What follows is an emotional comedy of errors and discovery of what is most important. This is well written, with characters I was totally invested in and imagery of an era that I loved. Highly recommend.

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Back to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Carla Clemmons

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a great romance read! This was the first time I read anything by these authors and I am so glad I did. The writing style really flowed and I enjoyed reading from Blaine and Eric’s point of view. Blaine is literally the perfect character in my opinion. She is positive and hopeful without being naive. When she makes a bet to save her store she is not expecting what comes with it, and neither is Eric. As they spend time together secrets are omitted that could turn the tables for the store Blaine loves so much. As the deadline nears things take an unexpected turn. I definitely enjoyed this contemporary romance and will be looking for more from either of these authors!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Trish Ann

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a cute read! I was born in the 80’s but was more a 90’s girl. I appreciated the references to that nostalgic time period. I liked the overall story and thought it was fun. If you like the 80’s you may like this!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Jennifer Crain

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading some heavier texts, this one did not disappoint- a lighthearted romcom type book that had a succinct plot, likable characters, and an interesting premise (I grew up mostly in the ’90s, but was familiar with many of the 80’s references in the book).

My favorite part was the character development. Oftentimes, one or both of the couple falls flat for me, but that was not the case with Blaine and Eric. They were both well rounded and irritable at times, but a likable irritable. I also liked the juxtaposition of the two because they had such different upbringings yet found each other in an interesting way. I will read more from this author.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Christine Baranek

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Granting Katelyn

By: S.E. Reichart

This is the second book in the Sweet Valley Series. It reads as a standalone, however, the first book Raising Elle, is by far and away one of the best books I’ve read this year and therefore I would definitely recommend reading that one first. It gives you a feel for the characters that are in this book as they are introduced in the first one. This book is Grant’s turn to explore his past and open himself to others. Katelyn is new to the area and comes to help treat Grant’s horse. I loved Grant in the first story and I was so glad I got to know him better in this one. Katelyn was a great addition to Sweet Valley. I definitely enjoyed this story and Katelyn and Grant getting to know each other. I definitely recommend this story and this series and I cannot wait to see what will happen next in the series!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Christine Baranek

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Back to the 80s
By: S.E. Reichart and Kerrie Flanagan

This is the sweetest story I have read in a while. Blaine is a sweet protagonist. I love how involved and invested she was in the store. She definitely wants to keep her mother alive. Eric was an interesting character to me. He came in the way I fully expected him to, ready to take over the store for his own interests. However, their bet was so fun and cute. I loved their banter and how they slowly started to gain more of an interest for each other. This plot was legitimately super sweet and really this was the perfect book to read after I had just finished reading several suspense stories. I loved the way that the story made me feel and I was literally just happy as I was reading this. I definitely recommend reading this story, if for no other reason than to see who will win their bet.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Daryian Lucas

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4.5/5 stars
I knew after reading the first paragraph that this book would be good. I was so right. It’s very well written and entertaining. I didn’t care for the strong language or spice which is the only reason I didn’t give 5 stars.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Tanya Wall, August 2023

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a fun read for an 80’s kid! Brought back so many memories! The story is a cute rom com. Blaine and Eric find themselves in a situation that pits them against each other. I really liked how Blaine problem solved her way to saving her 80’s novelty shop from Eric’s deconstruction plan. Taking him on a trip back in time not only piqued his interest in her story and her, but it brought back so many memories for me! The 80’s were a great time!
I recommend this if you are looking for a sweet story that has great voice and good pacing with the romance, humor and fun throughout!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Dawn Brown

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When Eric’s company is set to tear down the mall that Blaine’s store, Back to the 80s, is set in, they make a bet. If she can convince him of her store’s worth, she will get to keep it, and the mall by default.
Opinion
Perfect for the title, this book follows the basic 80s movie plot with the over the top apology at the end. I loved it. Parts of it were cheesy but that is something I would expect out of the 80s. This book was a great read. I would love to read the story through Loraine’s eyes and see her relationship with the karate master.

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Granting Katelyn is Book Two in The Sweet Valley Series. It is a beautifully written, heart wrenching, western romance set in a small town that centers around the characters of Katelyn and Grant. The story is told from the POV of both MC’s so the reader gains insight into Katelyn and Grant’s history and thought process. The storyline is engaging, and the characters are ones that will instantly tug at your heartstrings when you read about their back stories. Katelyn is an all-state barrel racing champion and equine therapist with a no-nonsense, take-charge attitude. She does not back down from a challenge and comes across to some as aggressive. For those that know Katelyn they know that she does not put up with nonsense from anyone. When she is approached to help Grant with his horse that suffered injuries in an accident she did not realize that she would be helping Grant as well. Both Grant and his horse sustained injuries in the same accident, and it has left them broken. Grant comes across as overbearing, grumpy, and rude which makes Katelyn’s work a bit more challenging. Sadly, Grant has endured horrendous emotional abuse at the hands of his manipulative father which has left him scarred and broken. As Katelyn and Grant get to know one another they help one another heal. The chemistry between them grows and they find healing through love. This was an emotional rollercoaster ride as Katelyn and Grant overcame numerous challenges and learned to trust in order to heal. I cannot wait for the next book in this series!

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Nicole DeSantis

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Back to the 80s is a delightful rom-com that transported me to an era I love. If you’ve lived through the 80s, this book will resonate with you and evoke a sense of nostalgia for the fashion, music, toys, and everything that defined that era. The story revolves around an enemies-to-lovers romance, but what sets it apart is its refreshing and laid-back approach compared to typical books of this genre. The chemistry between the main characters is palpable, and I thoroughly enjoyed witnessing their relationship evolve throughout the book.
Right from the start, I was captivated by the plot and loved Blaine and the other shop owners. The characters were well-crafted, relatable, and oozed creativity, immersing me deeply in their journey. Blaine’s ownership of the quirky “Back to the 80s” novelty shop, passed down from her late mother, adds an endearing touch to the story. Meanwhile, Eric, a developer connected to his family’s construction company, threatens her shop’s existence as he plans to develop the mall where Blaine’s store stands.
The author beautifully blends humor into the narrative, with some lines genuinely making me laugh. In contrast, others brought on a cheesy smile and eye roll—just the perfect ingredients for a rom-com experience. This book was an entertaining summer read, and I recommend it to fellow rom-com enthusiasts who enjoy 80s nostalgia.

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Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Angela Hayes

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Back to the 80'sBack to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

This was such a fun story, with quite a nostalgic element for me. I was a teenager in the 80’s and some of my best memories are associated with those years- so this book triggered me, but in a great way.
Back to the 80’s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan is a fun romantic comedy- a bit of an enemies-to-lovers romance with opposites attract, humour, a touch of drama, a taste of the 80’s, and some sweet cheesiness that gave this book added ‘personality’.
Blaine Reynold’s inherited shop comes under threat from property developer Eric Morales whose planned brewery is set to demolish her dreams. What happens makes for an entertaining read.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan!

 

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Granting Katelyn (Sweet Valley Series Book #2) by S.E. Reichert – Review by Angela Hayes

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Granting KatelynGranting Katelyn by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

Granting Katelyn is the second book in the Sweet Valley Series by S.E. Reichert. It is a wonderful small town western romance with plenty of emotion, angst, a damaged MC, an injured horse, painful past, secrets, mystery, chemistry, challenges, family, friendship, taking a chance on love/finding love unexpectedly, breaking barriers, the healing power of love, and hope. The story highlights some sensitive topics too, which could be triggers for some readers- so be aware.
This is Katelyn and Grant’s story. Katelyn is Elle’s younger sister (Elle was our mc in “Raising Elle’- Book #1). Katelyn is called in to help an injured horse, whose owner sparks more than her curiosity. We get front row seats as we watch the healing power of love at work. But that’s not to say there aren’t a few bumps along the way.
Another great addition to the series. Now I’m happily anticipating Book #3.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, S.E. Reichert!

 

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