Cinnamon and Spice Conundrum by Leah Busboom

He’s running from his true identity. She’s falling for his fake persona. Oops! That wasn’t part of the plan.

In the heart of quirky Pinecone Pines, meet Sadie, the charming proprietor of the Cinnamon & Spice Café, where an unexpected romance is starting to brew. Little does Sadie know that the fascinating barista she’s falling for isn’t her brother’s assistant—he’s none other than Ryan Turnbill, elusive and eligible billionaire CEO, incognito.

Ryan, in a bid to dodge unwanted publicity, schemes with Sadie’s brother to don a frumpy cardigan and hide out as Sadie’s new barista, all while pretending to be the lowly, humble, and underpaid assistant Jack. As Ryan, aka Jack, navigates the world of frothy lattes and delectable pastries, he finds himself entangled in a caffeinated comedy of errors.

Get ready for a romcom filled with belly laughs, witty banter, and a pinch of chaos, where what seems like a harmless little white lie creates a conundrum that Ryan didn’t see coming—and a broken heart that Sadie may never get over.

Will Ryan’s subterfuge cause him to lose the love of his life or will a group of bumbling seniors help him win Sadie back?

This is a delightful full-length romantic comedy filled with swoony kisses, lattes, and mistaken identity, plus an extra pump of romance and a sprinkle of cinnamon and spice to top it off!

My Review

 Ryan is stalked by women in a jam because he was named one the top eligible bachelors in Denver. So off he goes to a cabin in the woods till it quiets down, and he gets to work at his best friend’s sister’s coffee shop.  He is going into full incognito mode to make this work, even changing his look and vehicle.

Sadie is always calamitous into some mayhem or misfortune, but she owns The Cinnamon & Spice cafe. A cafe mishap: Ryan or Jack arrives at the wrong time and has forced proximity as they will share a cabin together. 

The awkwardness and one-liners in this book make it a lighthearted comedic read, as well as Sadie’s propensity for clumsy shenanigans. 

There are some memorable moments in this book, between baking and fishing. I love the simple games and time spent together playing and enjoying each other’s company in this small town. 

The hidden identity finally comes to light and causes many issues. Still, I was waiting for this predictable shoe to drop. Ryan pulls out all the stops like a hallmark movie, winning Sadie back, and they live happily ever after. The actual intimacy in this story is just kissing, not steamy.

The book recommendations in the back are original. I loved the cute little chart. 

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