Jamie Engel's Reviews > Forbidden King

This series is quickly becoming one of my favorites. Laura always finds a way to leave me smiling with all her stories.

This story follows King and Saylor. They have known each other from when they were younger. So they have some history together where they were there for each other during their darkest times. So their connection is so damn deep. When Saylor comes back to open a romance book store the chemistry and connection is still there. And the more they hang out when Saylor’s brother goes out of town, the closer they get and lines get blurred between best friends and more.

Their romance was a bit of a slow burn…but it was soo good. They were literally perfect for each other. The way they both were when they were together, aww my heart I loved it so much. I just loved their relationship so much….the hiding of dandelions melted my heart.
Saylor is kind, independent, and sweet. I loved that she was opening a romance bookstore and all the funny conversations that came up with people shopping there.
KING!!!! I knew I was going to love him but I was literally surprised how much I did. His dirty talk def had me blushing at moments. Also…his nickname for her might be one of my faves.
The Ride or Die boys, the girl gang, and Beefcake have officially stolen my heart and this has turned into one of my top favorite small town found families.

Thank you Valentine PR and Laura for the eARC. This series just keeps getting better and cannot wait to read more.

Overall: 4.5
Spice: 2.5

Tropes:
- Small Town
- Brother’s Best Friend
- Forced Proximity
- Forbidden
- Friends to Lovers
- Secret Relationship
- Cinnamon Roll MMC
- Alpha
- It’s Always Been You
- Hidden Tattoo