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I’m a seriously picky romance reader, but Abby’s blend of sweetness and substance never ceases to amaze me and Yours Truly was no exception 🀎 Just like her previous novels, this one made me cry my eyes out as I saw bits and pieces of myself in each of the characters πŸ₯Ή It was just SO GOOD, y’all, and you can find the full review on my blog! 🫢🏼

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Books, Reviews · May 18, 2022

Book Review: All Fired Up by Dylan Newton

A huge thank-you to NetGalley and the publisher for this advanced reader copy of All Fired Up by Dylan Newton.

All Fired Up is the perfect combo of second-chance romance, the guy falls first, and a whole lot of adorable opposites attract vibes!

Last year, I was introduced to Dylan Newton’s writing when I received a fun goodie box from Forever (an imprint of Grand Central Publishing) that included How Sweet It Is. This book quickly became one of my favorite contemporary romances and I found myself raving about it all autumn long! I even shared a review of it here on my blog. The cast was so lovable and I was super excited when I reached the end of the book and it mentioned that some of my favorite supporting characters would be getting their own story next!

Naturally, the moment that All Fired Up was added to NetGalley, I put in my request, and you can imagine my delight when I was approved to read this book early! It was quickly bumped up to my priority TBR and I took my time just savoring the story over the course of a week. This is longer than it typically takes for me to read a book, but I really was just enjoying my time with the characters rather than flying through it. I don’t think my smile ever left my face as I read! It was just so freaking cute. I even got the chance to chat with the author a little bit about how much I loved it, which was so much fun!

This adorable companion novel was released on May 17, 2022, and is definitely one you’ll want to add to your TBR. Keep reading to find out just why I loved it so much.


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Synopsis:

After one wild night together, two complete opposites plan to stay firmly in the friend zone, but life has other plans in this delightful romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Abby Jimenez.

As a successful book publicist, Imani Lewis works night and day to promote her authors.  It’s her dream job, but she’s become a total workaholic. So when her grandmother invites her to stay for the summer as she recovers from surgery, Imani happily agrees. But being back in the same small town as her one-night stand may not be quite the relaxing break she envisioned… 

Zander Matthews wakes up every day determined to enjoy the present because he knows from his time in the Marines that tomorrow isn’t guaranteed. But he’s never gotten over the beautiful woman who blew through town a year ago, then disappeared. And he doesn’t want to be hurt again. So they agree to a deal: he’ll help Imani fix up her grandmother’s house as long as they stay firmly in the friend zone.

Whether it’s repairing tiles in his ceramics studio, dodging nosy neighbors, or soothing the most obnoxious parrot ever, Zander never fails to make Imani laugh. And soon their friendly banter is turning ever flirtier. But since Imani’s stay is temporary and Zander can’t be tied to anything beyond the most tenuous plans, will she be able to handle it when things get all fired up?

Content Warnings: (major) Fire/Fire injury, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Injury/injury detail, (moderate) Blood and Grief, (minor) War.

I’m still getting little tingles of excitement when I think about how much I love Zander and Imani and this absolutely adorable book!

When these two characters were introduced in How Sweet It Is, I immediately found myself feeling desperate to know what their story would look like. Their flirty banter was too cute and I just had this feeling that they could become total couple goals! I’m proud to announce that I was absolutely right.

Imani reminded me so much of myself that it was slightly uncomfortable at times. She’s a list-maker, rule-follower, and planner – ready to tackle anything that comes her way, as long as it’s in her schedule. Zander is the opposite of her in just about everything. He’s impulsive, a bit reckless, and prefers a good adventure to the idea of stability. They are the epitome of “opposites attract!”

One of the things that stood out to me in this book was just how much character development there was, and it wasn’t just Imani or just Zander, but it really took both of them working on themselves and learning how to overcome their setbacks to lead better lives – together and as individuals. This showed what it’s really like to be dedicated to having a healthy relationship because without sacrifice and the willingness to learn, you’ll get nowhere. But if you’re willing to put in the effort to work on yourself, it will only lead to a better partnership.

I absolutely love a dual POV when it comes to romance books because it’s so much fun to see what actually leads the characters to one another. Zander’s POV was probably my favorite because he’s totally smitten with Imani from the get-go, but he has to take a step back and allow her to take the reins. His inward struggle to avoid coming on too strong is really precious and yet, he’s willing to do anything it takes to make sure she knows he’s there for her.

I was incredibly happy that Drake and Kate were such a huge part of this book! I absolutely loved How Sweet It Is and was so thrilled to find out what their life looked like and how it played into Zander and Imani’s story. There were also a few new faces to join the old ones, like Imani’s hilariously adorable Gigi and her very crass parrot (who made me laugh out loud more than once). While reading, it’s hard to separate this town and cast from reality because they truly just feel like an extension of my own life. They’re so lovable!

Oh, OH, and how can I forget the HOT AIR BALLOON! Oh.My.Gosh. This entire plot point from beginning to end was absolutely fantastic. Charming, creative, educational, terrifying, adventurous, and SPICY would be just a few words I could use to describe the chain of events in those couple of chapters. That alone makes it all worth reading (if I hadn’t already convinced you).

Okay, it’s obvious I could rave about All Fired Up all day long so I’ll end here, but seriously, you won’t want to miss this one!


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Comments

  1. Wendy says

    April 15, 2022 at 9:54 AM

    This is a book I’m sure I’ll enjoy. I love a good second chance romance. Terrific review!

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  2. readandreviewit says

    April 15, 2022 at 12:31 PM

    Fab review! This sounds absolutely amazing – I love that it’s got opposites attract, the guy falls first AND second chance romance, those are all some of my favourite things! Zander and Imani sound super cute too, their relationship sounds super healthy and your descriptions of their personalities kind of reminded me of my boyfriend and I too. It’s super cool you got to discuss it with the author too! Thank you so much for sharing, adding this one to my tbr x

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  3. Charlotte says

    April 15, 2022 at 1:58 PM

    This book sounds just like something that I would enjoy. I can’t wait to read it. Thank you for sharing this great book review.

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  4. Her Digital Coffee says

    April 15, 2022 at 2:04 PM

    I really like the sound of this book. I’d like to check out Newton’s How Sweet It Is too. Thank you for including the trigger warnings. Great review, I’m excited to add these to my list!

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  5. Jaya Avendel says

    April 15, 2022 at 4:18 PM

    How cute this book sounds! I love that the characters both grow noticeably, and that the changes are of their own combined determination to do better than what they started out with. Romantic comedy with funny banter always makes a book a joy to read. πŸ™‚

    My only curiosity is, after all the raving, why only four stars?

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      April 15, 2022 at 8:43 PM

      It probably wouldn’t be a bad idea for me to keep my rating system somewhere on my blog, eh? Truthfully, I gave the book 4.5 stars, but there’s not a half-star emoji, so I rounded down. However, for future reference, this is what my rating system looks like:

      Five stars: OH MY GOSH THIS BOOK IS PHENOMENAL EVERYONE NEEDS TO READ IT RIGHT AWAY!!!
      Four stars: This book was really good and I’d read it again!
      Three stars: I didn’t love this book but I also didn’t dislike this book. It was average and that’s about it.
      Two stars: This definitely wasn’t my cup of tea and I wouldn’t read it again.
      One star: I literally hated this book and I definitely don’t recommend it.

      And then I add in half stars as I see fit. I wouldn’t add this to my favorites of all time, and I still prefer the first book in this series more (which did get a full five stars), but this was great in its own way and fully deserves the four stars! I’m also extremely picky with rating romance because they’re more relatable. So it’s emotion-based as well as writing and story-based.

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  6. Penny says

    April 16, 2022 at 5:00 PM

    Lovely review, Stephanie! I love character development in novels! This sounds like an interesting read. Thank you so much for sharing. x Penny / http://www.whatdidshetype.com

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  7. Eri says

    April 17, 2022 at 6:55 AM

    This was a wonderful review. I always enjoy reading romantic comedies so I think it would be a pleasant read. I will definitely check it out. Thank you!

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  8. Lover of Romance says

    April 17, 2022 at 10:49 PM

    I just love the unrequited love trope where the hero falls for, (I just read a book like that one as well) and it just works so well, I love a devoted hero. And I do love it when we see an author really focus on both parties and the mutual growth and seeing representation of a healthy relationship.

    Lovely review!

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  9. Lizzie says

    April 18, 2022 at 11:19 AM

    Aww this book sounds super cute!! It sounds like such a feel good story. I think that character development is really important in any book and I love that the author focused on both characters rather than just one.

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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  10. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    April 20, 2022 at 1:55 PM

    This book sounds so cute!! I absolutely love flirty banter and the guy falls first kind of stories! Definitely need to check this out when it releases!

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  11. I'm All Booked Up says

    May 18, 2022 at 2:14 PM

    This sounds so cute!!

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  12. Lee says

    May 19, 2022 at 3:03 PM

    Oo now that this is out I definitely need to check it out!!

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  13. Neely Moldovan says

    May 19, 2022 at 3:08 PM

    OH I haven’t heard of this book! I need to check it out! I always love your recs!

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  14. Megan Elliott says

    May 27, 2022 at 7:26 AM

    I really love reading your book reviews! So thorough and enthusiastic – no matter what you think of the book. Just had to say that first!! While this book really isn’t my style, I really love that the relationship is super healthy between Imani and Zander. So much of the time we see a lot of toxicity, so that’s refreshing!

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After the dramatic ending of The Ballad of Never After, I’m counting down til the release of A Curse for True Love! 🦊 I need to know what happens next because I’m going absolutely nuts right now πŸ˜…
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I’m also so excited for Foxglove, The Brothers Hawthorne, This Cursed Light, and Threads of Power - a few series continuations that I just know are gonna be phenomenal! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Are any of these on your radar? πŸ‘€
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Do you plan to read romance books during Love Mont Do you plan to read romance books during Love Month? 🀎
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Pretty much my entire TBR this month is just cute romances and I can’t wait to dive in πŸ“– 
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Some of the titles I’m most excited about:
πŸŽ“ Begin Again by Emma Lord
πŸ“š Exes and O’s by Amy Lea
🌻 In the Weeds by B.K. Borison
πŸ’• Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert
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Have you read any of these or are any of them on your TBR? πŸ“
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What are your favorite high seas adventure books? What are your favorite high seas adventure books? πŸ΄β€β˜ οΈ

If I’m being totally truthful, I haven’t read that many of them BUT I just finished my reread of All the Stars and Teeth and was reminded how much I love it 😍 I need more books like this! 🌊

Give me recommendations for books with pirates, mermaids and sirens, island curses, and other high seas goodness βš“οΈ

Have you read All the Stars and Teeth? πŸ§œπŸΌβ€β™€οΈ

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How would your favorite book character take their How would your favorite book character take their coffee? β˜•οΈ
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My favorite fictional character of all time is Genya Safin from the Grishaverse 🀍 This badass Tailor has a taste for the finer things and would absolutely drink a deliciously dark roast with notes of cherry, walnut, and rich chocolate 🀀 I think she would enjoy a café au lait -- drip coffee with steamed milk -- that David prepared for her in a drip coffee contraption of his own making 🫢🏼
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Did I go way too in-depth on this just because I love these characters and coffee a little too much? πŸ™ˆ Maybe I did, but it was fun πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ
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How do YOU take your coffee? 🀎
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What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️ It What was your last 5-star romance read? ⭐️

It was absolutely wonderful to end 2022 with Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez 😍 I don’t like to pick favorites when it comes to my top authors, but this adorable fake dating romance may very well be my favorite book by her! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ

I’m a seriously picky romance reader, but Abby’s blend of sweetness and substance never ceases to amaze me and Yours Truly was no exception 🀎 Just like her previous novels, this one made me cry my eyes out as I saw bits and pieces of myself in each of the characters πŸ₯Ή It was just SO GOOD, y’all, and you can find the full review on my blog! 🫢🏼

Are you planning to pick up Yours Truly when it comes out in April? πŸ“– Have you read any of Abby’s other phenomenal romance novels? πŸ₯°

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What was the last book you read in one sitting? πŸ’

Honestly, it’s not very often that I finish a book in one day - either because I find myself too busy or I just can’t concentrate for such a long period of time πŸ˜…

BUT every once in a while, I have a weekend day where I can just fully sink into a story and enjoy it from start to finish without distractions πŸ“– That’s what I did with BEACH READ last Sunday and it was wonderful πŸ₯° I read it when it first came out, but this time, I really got to enjoy it in a new way - and I couldn’t put it down! πŸ™ˆ 

If only I could have more days like that πŸ˜‚ Have you read Beach Read or anything else by Emily Henry? β˜€οΈ

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Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“– β €β €β €β €β € Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“–
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Today is my third bookstaversary, friends! 🀎 I can't begin to express how thankful I am for this wonderful community and how it has impacted my life over the last three years πŸ₯Ή
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As many of you know, I was a full-time fashion blogger for over five years and somewhere along the line, I found that I just didn't love it anymore πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ I wanted to find somewhere I could truly be myself and spend more time talking about fantasy novels, crisp autumn mornings, a great cup of coffee, and how to achieve the ultimate cozy lifestyle β˜•οΈ
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I joined bookstagram in 2020, thinking it would just be a fun little hobby to have on the side while I continued my fashionista hustle... and a year later, I rebranded EVERYTHING to The Espresso Edition πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I've made talking about books and coziness my full-time gig and I couldn't be happier about it 😍
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Thank you all for welcoming me to this wild and wonderful corner of the internet πŸ™ˆ Cheers to tons more bookish goodness! πŸ“š
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How long have you been on bookstagram? πŸ“±
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Would you take the protagonist of your current rea Would you take the protagonist of your current read for a cup of coffee? β˜•οΈ
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There have been quite a few characters I've read about this month who I'd love to sit down and chat with over a hot bev πŸ₯°
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However, from my current reads, I would NOT take anyone from Jade Legacy (because you never know who might end up unaliving), I'd definitely take both Kell and Lila from A Darker Shade of Magic, I'm not entirely sure I'd enjoy coffee with Katniss from The Hunger Games (since she's not the most exciting conversationalist), but I'd absolutely love chatting it up with Alina from Shadow and Bone! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Have you read any of the books I'm currently reading? πŸ“š
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What is a spin-off series that you prefer over the What is a spin-off series that you prefer over the originals? πŸ“š

This past year, I either began or finished a few spin-off series that I found myself enjoying even more than their predecessors πŸ™ˆ The Dreamer Trilogy (the first of which is featured here) BLEW ME AWAY even though I just *sorta-kinda* liked The Raven Cycle 😱 But there I was, sobbing my eyes out at the end of Greywaren 😭 So freaking good! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ

Typically I’m all about the OG series (like Shadow and Bone), but every once in a while, there’s a really great spin-off or continuation that I wind up just loving! 🀩 I’m excited to discover even more this year πŸ—“οΈ

Have you read The Dreamer Trilogy yet? πŸ’­

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What are some of your favorite stand-alone fantasy What are some of your favorite stand-alone fantasy books? βš”οΈ
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Crazy enough, my very favorite book of all time is a stand-alone fantasy 😱 If you don't listen to a single other book recommendation I have this year, that's fine, but *please* read Into the Heartless Wood by Joanna Ruth Meyer 🌲 It is absolute perfection! 🀌🏼
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Some of my other favorite stand-alone fantasy books:
🌿 THE NATURE OF WITCHES
✨ THE INVISIBLE LIFE OF ADDIE LARUE
πŸ— THE STARLESS SEA (on audiobook)
πŸ’€ THE BONE HOUSES
πŸŒ™ WINTERWOOD
πŸ’” HEARTLESS
πŸ¦‰ WILD IS THE WITCH
πŸ•―οΈ GALLANT
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Have you read any of these books? πŸ“– 
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