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French Roast
- Dare Valley, Book 2
- Narrated by: Em Eldridge
- Series: Dare Valley, Book 2
- Length: 11 hrs and 5 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Women's Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
Fans who like the family dynamics of the Sullivans by Bella Andre, the small town charm of Cedar Cove by Debbie Macomber, and the sweet romance of Fool's Gold by Susan Mallery will enjoy Ava Miles.
USA Today best-selling author Ava Miles of the number one national best seller Nora Roberts Land presents a coming of age and friends-to-lovers story with New Adult and foodie flavor in her best-selling small town series, Dare Valley. A Reward of Novel Excellence Nominee by InD'tale Magazine. Top 100 best sellers list for Amazon Kindle.
Small-town biz wiz Jill Hale has been in love with her childhood best friend Brian McConnell for as long as she can remember. A falling out led to years of estrangement, but when Brian returns to Dare Valley after trying to make it big as a chef in New York City, Jill's determined to make amends. She's convinced that starting a restaurant together will be the perfect win-win situation, allowing her and Brian to work together and play together.
After a series of missteps sliced and diced Brian's career in the Big Apple, he came home to regroup and find himself. He's convinced that reestablishing his connection with Jill, the girl who got away, will put his life back on track. And when she approaches him with her plan for going into business together, he's certain it's the one way he can have it all-his dream job and his dream girl.
Jill and Brian are falling for each other all over again when Brian's ex sashays into town, intent on sabotaging their reunion. Add in a mysterious investor who's determined to get Jill on board with his project, and the bond between the couple is tested to the limit.
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- Jeanette
- 06-16-15
Annoying listen
A frustrating read. Story was set up as strong characters yet some choices did not represent this. Found it annoying a lot of the time. Just wanted it to end. Jill in her decision making processes felt wrong for the strong character she was set up to portray. Her sister Meredith was too controlling and annoying. Ended up not liking the characters.
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- Traci Wheeler
- 04-24-16
Don't Bother
Honestly I don't think I've ever disliked anyone as much as Jill. She was awful.
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- Patricia
- 08-23-15
Not as good as the first book in the series
The characters just were not engaging and it did not hold my attention very well.
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- Suzette
- 06-24-19
Could’ve been better
The Jill character ruined the book for me. I really disliked this character, petty, self righteous, insecure, selfish...I cannot say enough about the mistake of making her the main character.
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- MJG
- 10-21-18
Good wholesome read
I was apprehensive getting this group of books by Ava Miles, but I am so glad I did. I love books that are in a group I have read many trilogies and wished they would write another. I am not done with this group that Ava wrote but I will buy more for sure. Can’t wait to start the next book. Read from book 1, Nora Roberts Land, I picked that book because I love Nora Roberts so the title had me enthused and I really liked it. If you too like Nora Roberts definitely start with that book, I guarantee she will have you hooked!
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- Norma Gozner
- 05-12-18
French Roast
Boot two the Date Valley series. Long ago loves reserface and old secrets are revealed.
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- William
- 05-24-17
Premise odd
Guy has been part of family. Out with heroine so often she wants him to be her first. But guy walks away to prove himself. Book gets better. But start just off.
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- Lisa Ray
- 05-17-17
Love this entire series
I'm so wrapped up in all of the characters, I can't wait till each book. Great author!
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- Theresa Teed
- 05-16-17
Wonderful book
wonderful book. I love the interactions of the characters. Ava brings thier feelings to life. I will be getting all of the series. I'm
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- Houston Mom
- 04-01-17
Didn't really like the lead character
As other reviewers have noted, Jill just wasn't a very likeable character. The rest of the book was good, but I never connected with her.