Summer Kisses

Kiss Me, Book 2

By: Charlie Novak

Narrated by: Dan Calley

Two chefs. Two summers. One shot at a second chance.

Aaron’s Plan

Then:

1. Get a better job
2. Learn more skills
3. Get money for restaurant
4. Don’t fall in love with Josh

Now:

1. Finesse menu
2. Stop being angry at Josh
3. Swear less (Ben’s idea)
4. Stop wanting to kiss Josh
5. Get Michelin stars
6. Stop being in love with Josh

Josh’s Plan

Then:

1. Start new job
2. Try not to burn out
3. Don’t fall in love with Aaron
4. Seriously. Don’t. It will only end badly...

Now:

1. Survive the summer
2. Get a new job?
3. Don’t get involved with Aaron again
4. Don’t think about kissing him
5. Don’t think about his smile
6. Don’t think about how much you still love him

Summer Kisses is a contemporary MM romance featuring two chefs with a complicated history, clashing egos, cheese toasties, and two summers that will change everything. It is part of the Kiss Me series and can be listened to as a stand-alone.

Content warning: This novel contains mentions of drug use and issues of alcohol abuse.

©2021 Charlie Novak (P)2022 Charlie Novak

Such a good story

The story of Aaron and Josh is a little deeper and angstier than some of Charlie Novak's other books but that is because it deals with the serious issues of drug and alcohol abuse. There is also a bit of backstory told so that you understand the interaction between these two men. Oh man this is good. And Dan does a good job of bringing these characters to life. Be aware of any triggers but don't worry. They get their happy ending. And I love cross over characters: Aaron is Leo's brother from Natural Twenty. Loved this one!!!! Josh and Aaron are proof that sometimes you need distance from the one you love in order for you to make a forever happen.

Maybe my fav so far...

4.5 stars!!
Charlie Novak just writes the BEST enemies to lovers! I love all her books, but Charisma Check was my fav and this one ties it for sure. It is steamy AF! but there is still plenty of plot and character development. I love these guys and their relationship felt very natural to me. Highly recommend this book, Dan Calley isn't my favorite narrator but he is growing on me.
*I received a code to give an impartial review on this audiobook. This did not impact my review.
*I listen to audiobooks at 2x speed

Our favorite trouble makers

Aaron and Josh have a past that is not one for the faint of hearts. I love how they fight with each other, and no matter how much they try and stay away from each other, that doesn’t happen. I have listened to this whole series, and I love how the narrator can give all of Charlie’s characters a different voice.

Another great story!

Sweet story of second chances in love. Lots of heart and soul in this story

Emotional

This was so good!!

Aaron and Josh's story was such aj emotional journey.

I absolutely loved the chemistry between them.
Their relationship was intense.

I was rooting for them to just give in and get together from the beginning.

The narration was enjoyable.

Definitely recommend