What happens at the Evermore will change your life forever…

Frankie Sinclair doesn’t do relationships—only killer special effects makeup, horror movie marathons, and men she never sees twice. So when her best friend invites her on a last-minute getaway to the Evermore—a dreamy cliffside inn perched above the Pacific—Frankie happily takes the spare spot. 

Her plan? One week of fun, zero attachments, and at least one very hot mistake.

Theo Beck is a workaholic and recovering relationship addict. Fresh off a brutal breakup and in the midst of a company acquisition, he’s reluctantly sworn off work for a much-needed vacation—something he’s struggling to stick to until he collides with Frankie in a single, unforgettable night.

What starts as a steamy backseat hookup quickly turns into a week-long vacation situation, with three rules: stay (sexy) friends, no big feelings, no expectations.

Except Theo’s already imagining a future he didn’t see coming… and Frankie’s planning her exit before it can become something real.

My Review

I love the dedication and playlist at the beginning of this story.

We meet Frankie first. She is a little wild, a lot sweet, and I immediately loved the friendship she shares with Sasha. I adored Frankie’s blunt personality, carefree attitude, and the fact that she says exactly what she is thinking. One lost job, one friend in need, and suddenly she is headed on a bougie beach trip somewhere along the California coast.

Theo is a workaholic who ends up on the same summer getaway thanks to his best friend. Even while on vacation, he struggles to disconnect from work. He is thoughtful, dependable, and quickly became my favorite character.

The author changes some of the iconic California city names, but if you are familiar with the state, you can easily recognize the locations that inspired the setting.

The chemistry between Frankie and Theo is immediate. Even though they are adults, the butterflies, awkward moments, and attraction feel like young love all over again. Their relationship is full of tension, humor, and plenty of steamy moments. I also enjoyed Max and Sasha. Even as supporting characters, they brought a lot of personality to the story.

As the relationship develops, I really enjoyed the role reversal with Theo falling first while Frankie is the one who hesitates. Theo completely won me over. He is kind, patient, and easy to root for. Unfortunately, Frankie never developed the same depth for me. She had plenty of secrets and emotional baggage, but I never felt like I truly got to know her beyond the chaos.

The banter is one of the strongest parts of this book. It is witty, funny, and kept me turning the pages. There is also a lot happening beneath the surface. The characters are all dealing with fears, past experiences, and personal struggles. I was hoping for more focus on the romance itself because so much of the story centered on internal conflicts.

The ending came together nicely, and I enjoyed it much more than parts of the middle of the book. The coastal setting, beach atmosphere, and summer adventure were wonderful, but this was not the carefree beach romance I expected. It has much more emotional depth than the cover suggests. I also enjoyed the tech billionaire element and absolutely loved Theo’s golden retriever personality.

Frankie is definitely a wildcard. I can see many readers loving her personality, and I did at first. As the story continued, though, some of her choices became repetitive, making it harder for me to connect with her. The romance is definitely steamy with several memorable moments, but I never became fully invested in the main couple.

The writing itself is fantastic. The dialogue feels natural, the banter is funny, and the setting is perfect for summer. I especially loved the hotel owner, who ended up being one of my favorite side characters. The story includes friends to lovers, forced proximity, a summer romance, and plenty of beach town charm.

Overall, I loved the California beach setting, Theo’s sweet personality, and the humor throughout the story. In the end, though, I found myself caring more about the supporting characters than the main romance. It was an enjoyable summer read. 

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