Unlikely Neighbors
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A small-town woman's journey of self-discovery takes an unexpected detour when she inherits a Brooklyn brownstone--complete with one hot next-door neighbor--in this sexy, emotional contemporary romance. When you least expect it, love comes knocking... Holland Davenport is ready to go beyond her small-town existence. Her plan involves moving into an apartment in Charleston--not inheriting a run-down brownstone in Brooklyn from a relative she never knew. Yet in a burst of daring, Holland meets the challenge head-on, moving to New York to learn more about her family and renovate the place. Add to that a gorgeous next-door neighbor who turns out to be a board member at her new job, and she's definitely out of her depth. Noble Washington is the successful CEO of a company he spent a decade building. But his carefully ordered life begins to unravel the second he meets fiery social worker Holland--and spends one unforgettable night with a woman who should be off-limits. There's a wall and a world of differences lying between them. But the sheltered Southerner and the ambitious native New Yorker feel a pull that just won't be denied... From showing up to glowing up, the characters in Afterglow Books are on the path to leading their best lives and finding sizzling romance along the way. Don't miss any of these other fun titles... Frenemy Fix-Up by Yahrah St. John Church Girl by Naima Simone Out of Office by A.H. Cunningham
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Dust, Drama, and a Dash of Desire!
Can’t believe I’ve fallen so far behind on picking up these adorable spring and summer reads—but wow, this one completely revived my reading spirit. It was exactly what I needed. Over the past two weeks, I’ve genuinely remembered how much I love getting lost in a good book, and this one absolutely added to that joy. It was such a satisfying, heartwarming read from start to finish.
One of the things I appreciated most was how the author brought Holland and Noble together—not through flashy drama, but as two emotionally mature adults who happened to be at pivotal crossroads in their lives. Watching them navigate job changes, complicated family dynamics, and growing emotional vulnerability while figuring out their feelings for each other was both engaging and deeply touching.
The chemistry between them was palpable, and I loved how their intimate moments were written—sensual and evocative without tipping into the overly explicit, which felt just right for the tone of the story. It gave their connection an authenticity that made their romance feel truly earned.
I also really enjoyed the secondary mystery thread involving Holland’s family, especially as it played out through the cleaning and renovation of her inherited home. It added a layer of depth and intrigue that balanced nicely with the romance. The cast of side characters brought so much warmth and charm to the story—well, except for that mom figure (not the biological one), who made my blood pressure rise a bit. Still, the rest of the supporting characters added richness and community to Holland and Noble’s world in a way that made it all feel real and lived-in.
What I loved most, though, was the emotional growth each character experienced. Holland and Noble both took meaningful steps toward self-discovery and improved communication, showing that it’s never too late to learn, change, and open your heart. Their happily ever after felt well-deserved, and watching them arrive at it was incredibly satisfying.
This was my first time reading anything by this author, and it definitely won’t be my last. I’m excited to dive into more of her work soon!