Catching Sparks

Cherry Peak, Book 2

By: Hannah Cowan

Narrated by: Megan Wicks, Aiden Snow

Book 2 in the Cherry Peak series. Tropes include: billionaire romance, small town romance, city boy/country girl, friends with benefits.

Full blurb to come. Release date will move forward.

©2024 Hannah Cowan (P)2024 Hannah Cowan

The Spice… Chef’s Kiss 😘

4⭐️ | 3.5🌶️

I really enjoyed this story for the most part. It hooked me quickly, and the chemistry between Poppy and Garrison? Absolutely undeniable. Their sexual tension and payoff were chef’s kiss — the spice in this one definitely hit the mark for me 🥵.

That said, what held this back from being a higher rating was Garrison’s hot-and-cold behavior. It made the relationship feel more than a little lopsided. Poppy seemed to carry most of the emotional weight, and while you think Garrison finally figures it out toward the end… he goes and proves he’s still emotionally a little boy. It was frustrating at times and pulled me out of the story.

I will say, I loved the ending. It wrapped things up in a satisfying way and left me excited for what’s coming next in the series.

Also, I have to give major credit to the narrators — they absolutely elevated this story. And especially Megan Wicks — she was phenomenal. She brought so much emotion and personality to Poppy that it made every scene hit harder. The audio performance really enhanced the experience for me.

Overall, this was a cute, steamy read that I had a genuinely good time with — even if I have a few notes. Looking forward to the next book! 🔥

So good!!

Another great addition to the Cherry Peak series! If you are in the mood for a spiiiiiiiiiiicy, small town, city boy/country girl, he falls first romance look no further!! Catching Sparks hooked me on right away!! I loved Poppy in Strung Along and was so excited that her book was next! I will say I wasn’t overly impressed with Garrison in that book! However he has truly redeemed himself!! I think one of the reasons I was hooked so quickly was the narrations. The narrators did such a great job bringing this book to life! So much so it played out like a movie in my mind! This was a one sit listen for me and can’t wait to start the next book! Overall great read that I definitely recommend!!

I REALLY ENJOYED THIS

Garrison may be a Billionaire CEO but when he f*ks up there are consequences.. consequences that has him spending two months in Cherry Peak working on a Ranch. Which is where he (and his bad attitude) meets the Beautifully Bold Pole Dancing business owner Poppy. And she’s not impressed with him.. or his black card!! However, after their feisty first few meetings - where chemistry ignite the sparks, they let the fireworks light up their world and, for two months, the heat rises, the walls come down and the feelings grow and grow. But what happens when the end-date comes, when hearts are broken and when so many miles keep them apart?

Worth a credit? Yes a really enjoyable listen with great characters, family, friends and forever feels.. and Aiden and Megan were the perfect fit for these two lovers.

Even better the second time around

Let’s just say that I also didn’t expect to love Garrison as much as I did. His transformation throughout the book honestly had me tearing up. The conversation with his dad was one of my favorite moments. I sighed in relief for him after reading that scene. I also loved when he realized he couldn’t live without Poppy.

And Poppy is just such joy. I knew I loved her when she taught Garrison had to ride the horse. And then she took care of him while he was sick. Yes, please! Those scenes are just the best. Also, how real was the scene with Poppy after Garrison left? Her friends coming in her house and picking her back up again. It just made me love those female friendships even more.

Oh, and I loved my glimpses of Anna and Brody, obviously.

3 stars

It was a good book and I like the story but the mmc seemed like a baby. His conflict with his dad felt like it was blown out of proportion. Then it felt like they drug out the book longer than needed.