I first read Sarina Bowen many years ago and fell in love and she only continues to get better with each book she writes. I was thrilled to read the latest book in The Company series since I had loved the first book in this series.

Sarina Bowen is one of those authors whose books I know I will enjoy before I even start them. This story for me was one I really, really, really liked but it sadly was not one I loved. I am not sure why I didn't love it but for me even though the characters and story were good it didn't hold my attention fully. It may just be a 2020 thing but I found myself more distracted than drawn in. Posy and Gunner and their story arc were pleasant but I am honestly looking more forwards to the next book in the series.

It was nice to read a book set in the world of The Company and I am hoping we will get Max and Scout's story next. ( )

This was a fantastic listen! I have realized that as soon as I learn that Sarina Bowen is releasing a new book, I want it before I even know what it is about. Once I saw that this book was a second chance romance, I was even more eager to get my hands on it. I had pretty high expectations going into this book and they were all met. Sarina Bowen once again delivered an exciting romance with characters that quickly find a place in your heart.

Gunnar is back in New York City and hoping to get a job as a barista at Posy's pie shop. His real job is with The Company but he needs to go undercover to catch a murderer and needs to learn how to make some fancy coffee to do it. Posy just needs a barista that she can count on and isn't sure that she wants to work with Gunnar again after he left without a word after their one shared kiss. The attraction that they felt years ago is quickly rekindled as they spend time together once again.

I really liked the characters in this book. Posy was such a good woman and it really made me mad how the people in her life have treated her. She has dealt with a lot but just stays focused on what she needs to do to make her life better now. Gunnar was great. It was fun watching him charm Posy and to see the feelings he had towards her grow. I thought that these two had fantastic chemistry together and really seemed like they shared a deep connection.

I found the mystery to be very well done and couldn't figure out what Gunnar and The Company would eventually figure out. There were some pretty exciting scenes and I found that the other employees of The Company added a bit of fun to the story. I liked that there were a couple of mysteries to deal with and I was equally invested in both. I think that all of the elements of the story came together quite well.

The narrators did a wonderful job with this book. Joe Arden and Emma Wilder did such a good job with Gunnar and Posy. They were both able to completely bring these characters to life and added a lot of emotion into their reading. It was fun to get a quick performance from a third narrator who also did a great job. I believe that their narration added to my overall enjoyment of the story.

I would definitely recommend this book to others. This book was a delight to read and I couldn't help but fall in love with this group of characters. I cannot wait to read more of this amazing author's work!

I received a digital review copy of this audiobook from the author/publicist. ( )