This was an oke read, though it didn't wow me...I did enjoy reading it.

Valentina, a 31 year old blogger (think Carrie Bradshaw of Sex and the City), has had enough of the men in New York city and decides a move to Alaska, where the men seriously outnumber the women, is the way to go.

I didn't care for Valentina a lot...which is one of the main reasons this book didn't wow me.

Her writing-experiment is going very well, comparing Alaskan men to New Yorkers.

She catches the eyes of many men, but there is one she is really interested in....Logan, the police chief.

These two get to know each other and after some events, they take things a step further. They were pretty hot together and Logan had quite the dirty mouth, which is always a plus in my book ;)

Of course things won't stay perfect for long and there is some miscommunications that messes things up for the two of them.

No worries though....this one does end on a perfect HEA ;)

If you are looking for something light, sassy, sexy, funny, you should give this one a try.

I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

This story has the perfect amount of sweet and sassy and sexiness. wow, Logan is hot! I would move for him, and I hate cold places. One thing I loved about this story is how genuine it feels when Logan is so proud of Valentine while she goes through her learning process. These characters have everything. He has the right amount of sweet and naughty. And Valentines attitude can really surprise you. You will like the interactions a lot because Valentine and Logan have very good chemistry and the people around them just make it a lot more interesting.

SWEET, SEXY, HEART-WARMING, ROMANTIC, and SWOOOONY!!!


Sex in the Sticks was the ultimate fun, sexy, feel-good, and heart-warming romance.

Sawyer Bennett has been my go-to author for books that uplift my spirit and make me feel good. With Sawyer Bennett I'm guaranteed that I will absolutely enjoy whatever she writes.

Sex in the Sticks (Love Hurts #1) was the best example.

It was a funny and sweet novel of a Manhattan blogger moving to Alaska to find out if Alaskan men were different from New Yorker. The plot alone made me smile.

Valentine French couldn't have picked a more opposite place to relocate if she tried.

From the very beginning she was a novelty, and she completely reveled in it. And the Alaskan men definitely gave her fodder for her blog. Because lumberjacks, fishermen, and logger didn't know how to treat women better than metrosexual - they just did their dating in a different style.

Val realized that pretty quickly, and she started to compare them all to Logan Burke, the sheriff of the tiny town she decided to stay at.

From the very first step she took on Alaskan soil Logan was there to help her out. They met again and again, him helping her, lending a hand, until they started to fall into a comfortable friendship. One night they took it to the next level.

For Logan, Val was someone different, unique, and interesting. And it didn't hurt that she was drop-dead-gorgeous. Val and Logan had wonderful chemistry. They had fun being together and he was the perfect mix of gentleman outside of the bedroom and incredibly adventurous in bed.

Val, was an interesting character on her own. She had the money to do whatever she wanted. Her relationship with her family was far from great, and in her spare time she blogged. But what was missing in her life was the special EXTRA!! And she found that in Logan.

I really enjoyed reading about Logan and Val. They were both incredibly likable and wonderful to connect with. The Alaskan backdrop was one that has always fascinated me, and I was engrossed in every little snippet of local quirkiness.

Sawyer Bennett has a way of writing romances that satisfy me in every regard. Deeply emotional as well as entertaining!!! That's the way romance should be written.


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My Review: (ARC provided)
4.5 -5 stars!

This book was so good. I devoured it! It was actually exactly what I needed and was looking for in a book at the time. Face paced, strong hero and heroine with great chemistry. I hate to admit this but this is the first book I've read by this author, and it definitely won’t be the last.

I liked Valentine (h) from the get go in the prologue and more as the book went on. The "fib" made me laugh and she made me laugh in general. What I loved about her was she was this rich upper class woman and it shows but yet she's down to earth in an upper class way (if that makes sense). She's just a really awesome character.

Logan (H) is this sexy kind of quiet and mysterious guy. He is the small town hero and everyone loves him. He's comfortable in his skin, career and life choice. It doesn't take much to make him happy.

Logan and Valentine had this cute connection from the beginning and it just grew from there.

I also loved the age of the characters; it was nice for a change not to read a NA novel. It made the characters more relatable. There weren't too many issues I had with this book. The only thing I would say is I guessed the climax of this book. I really don’t think it was meant to be a big surprise though everyone knew what Valentine did.

All in all this was a great read and wrapped up perfectly for me (this is a standalone).

I'm so glad I read this book and took a chance with this author. I will be reading more!

Valentine and Logan meet when she goes to Alaska in search of men. She is a blogger and writes about her sexual exploits on her page. She is a millionaire through her family's wealth and her blog is her only job. Her cousin, Jeremy, sets her up to go to Alaska because of the men to women ratio. At the airport she meets Logan who is the police chief of the town, as well as the mayor.

Logan is intrigued by Valentine but does not do one-night stands. He is not surprised when she is hit on by every available male in town. He is surprised when she accepts 3 dates without a second thought. Although he claims not to judge her - he somewhat does. She does not confess her true reason for being in town and gives a partial truth to him. Logan is more and more intrigued by Valentine the more he gets to know her.

Valentine finds herself interested in Logan and blogs about it on her page. Logan is unaware and she really did not take into consideration how he may feel about this when he finds out. Valentine decides to try a relationship with Logan and see where it goes. They are derailed a bit when small town gossip rears it's ugly head. Logan does not react well and pays a price for a bit with it. I did like how he immediately tries to set things right again. He goes after what he wants and he wants Valentine enough to fight for her.

As both of them become more comfortable together, they find themselves wondering if they have found their soulmate. You will have to read the book to find out how it turns out. I really did enjoy this book and like it more than I thought I would. I am not a fan of books that just have sex as their plot and was worried that this was one of those books. My fear was unwarranted since Sawyer Bennett always provides a plot I received an ARC from NetGalley for an honest review.

This is my first time to read Sawyer Bennett and I will be reading more of her books.

I enjoyed the story and the setting. Who could resist a visit to Alaska to sample the guys that live there? Valentine was a great heroine. She was fun, interesting and caring. I think these were the traits that made her so attractive to Logan. Logan was a good character too. He was a gentleman in every aspect. I liked that it wasn't love at first sight and that they built their relationship over time.

I would recommend this if you like contemporary romance that has a lot of heat mixed in.

I received a copy to read and review from Netgalley.

Alaska, "The last frontier of real men."

I'm a big fan of Sawyer Bennett, so if asked I'd have a real hard time picking a favorite of her books, because I've enjoyed them all. She's written so many different stories, focused on so many subjects, with so many amazing characters. There seems to a book for every occasion and for every mood. I totally enjoyed every page of Sex in the Sticks. I felt like I was on vacation in Alaska while reading it. I enjoyed the scenery, and local flavor, and the colorful residents. I giggled and gasped my way through some parts and blushed and sighed through others. I worried and waited and wished through some as well. It was a well-rounded experience that left me with a smile on my face and ready for more. I'm thrilled it's only the first book in a new series as I know there will be more to look forward to. The line forms here...

Wow! I wasn't quite sure what to expect based on the title, but I was pleasantly surprised and was not disappointed. I loved Val from the get go - she was the right amount of sassy, sweet, sexy, and not too jaded. Logan ... who wouldn't fall in love with a all-in-one hero? The store moved along really well, there was the romance, the challenge, the doubts, then the reuniting (once everyone comes to their senses). I will definitely be recommending this book to my circle of "reading friends."

March 28, 2017 – Started Reading
Review Well I have always wanted to travel to Alaska (playing in my head is that song It's Raining Men).

Valentine...I mean she has some misguided ideas about love, but she is willing to kiss all the frogs in order to NOT find that Prince...LOL
She wants to sample the goods for as long as she can, but not buy them. Her options in New York City have have been depleted and now she is looking for a change of scenery and a different kind of man.
Meanwhile in the rugged frontier of Alaska...Logan...I mean Chief Logan (cuz that is hotter to say) is walking around East Merritt just waiting for some excitement. Que Valentine French strutting in to The Wounded Caribou looking like just the right amount of excitement that Chief Logan is looking for.
Will this city girl be able to handle the the Alaskan life style, and will Logan be able to handle the sassy city girl. I won't tell you the answer, but you are going to enjoy reading and finding out.
#Sassy #CuffMe

Loved it!! Manhattanite meets Alaskan Dream Man.

How fun this read was. Creating a character that was so down to earth and went with the flow was brilliant. It so worked!!

And Logan, took charge and moved her butt in!!! And he had feelings!!!

What was missing?? I wish Jeremy would have visited. I think some humor could have been added with that.

Good book and story, read it in one sitting! I can't wait for more

4.5 stars

What a lighthearted and fun read! Valentine French is the classic "fish out of water" when she leaves her New York City life behind for a social experiment in the Alaskan wilderness. Logan Burke is the perfectly sexy "country mouse" sheriff/mayor to get our heroine's heart racing. Sex in the Sticks is the first book in the author's Love Hurts series, but is a standalone.

I really enjoyed this cast of characters, especially Logan and the quirky residents of East Merritt. Alaska is definitely different from the life I know, so it was fun to experience it alongside Valentine. I did find that the book started a little slow and it took me a bit to warm up to Valentine. I just didn't connect with her at first, but as the story progressed and you get to see another side of her, she definitely grew on me. I did like her fire though and her determination once she sets her sights on something. Her friendship (and eventual relationship) with Logan began very organically, even though the two were attracted to each other. I loved that they got to know each other without all of the fanfare or expectation of something more. But holy moly, when something more does happen, it's beyond hot! Logan and Valentine's chemistry and trust in the other made for some explosive scenes that almost set my kindle on fire. Handcuffs? Hell yes!

I really enjoyed the low angst in this story and that there wasn't a lot of unnecessary drama. There was lots of humor and funny moments that made this feel like a romantic comedy. After the slow start, things really picked up and I couldn't put it down. The ending seemed to move at warp speed and I would have loved to have an epilogue a bit further into the future. Overall, an easy, entertaining, and funny read that left a smile on my face!

*I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this book*

ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley

I'm new to Sawyer Bennett books. I got really excited to see a new series coming soon. Let me tell you, you will want to read this! Logan is one sexy Alaskan cop.

Valentine comes from money and lives in New York. She writes a blog and doesn't hold anything back when it comes to the men she's dated to things she's done. She lives her life the way she wants. Bored with them men in New York and how they treat her she decided she needs a change of scenery. Hello Alaska, her cousin talks her into going there since the men ratio is higher.

Logan is the sherif in a small town in Alaska and loves his job. When he meets Valentine he's not sure what to think about her. She has a prissy dog with her, lots of luggage and dressed to impress. She sticks out in the small town.

As time goes and Logan and Valentine spend time together sparks start to fly. Logan is a one woman kind of guy and doesn't want Valentine dating any more locals.

This was quick and sweet story of finding love when you least expect it. I highly recommend reading this. I can't wait for more in this series.

What do you get when you take the city girl blogger into the wilds of Alaska? Valentine French isn't your normal spoiled rich, high society girl and she's had enough of the metro sexual men in NYC. She embarks on a journey to find a different kind of man and share her exploits on hey blog. What better place than Alaska, where the men definitely outnumber the woman. To say things don't go quite as she expected from the beginning would be an understatement. But she did find one bright spot, Logan, the local sheriff. And from there it's a fun, quick and at times smoking hot read. Excited to see if we'll have more from the sticks.

When I see a new Sawyer Bennett book, I have to read it as soon as possible. I love her stories, and Sex in the Sticks was another great one! It has wonderful characters and a great storyline.

Valentine French is tired of the lackluster dating scene she's been encountering recently in New York City, so at the prodding of her cousin, Jeremy, she takes off for Alaska, hoping to find men to provide some fodder for her romance and dating blog. She encounters police chief Logan Burke, and although they don't connect right away, they become inseparable after Logan rescues Valentine when she becomes lost in the woods. When Valentines lack of full disclosure over her occupation, the dating blog, comes to light, Logan is angry and disillusioned. He doesn't even want to listen to Valentine, so she has to make a choice about what to do next.

This was such a fun book! I loved both Valentine and Logan, as well as the secondary characters. I enjoyed the chemistry between the two main characters and loved watching their relationship develop. I felt so badly for Valentine when things fell apart, but I admired her persistence and bravery in finally going after what she wanted. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for providing a copy of the book in return for an honest review.

Love this book...it's about a lady that lives in new York and is rich. She finally gets tired of all the guys that has money and thinks about themselfs more than the lady across from them. So she changes it up and goes to a very low key place to see which is better and while she is there she blogs about it. Not really thinking she will fall in love but once she does she really has to rethink her choices.

Socialite and blogger Valentine French seems to have exhausted the dating possibilities in NYC. No, she hasn’t dated every man in the city but it seems she keeps dating the same type of man. On a whim she decides to let her cousin book her a little getaway where the men are as different from New York City as you can get. She’s going to Alaska where the man to woman ration works in her favor, that’s right, she going to find herself lumberjack. She going to serial date men in this little town and see what she’s been missing. While Val may be a welcome sight to most of the men in the town, there are a few who residents who don’t appreciate the Barbie Doll from the city. While the dates line up, Val finds she seems to be attracted to one resident in particular, local sheriff Logan Burke.
Logan Burke is quite happy with his humdrum life in his little town. Once a big city cop he decided to get away from the rat race and take life slow. And life was just that, slow…until Valentine, Val to her friends, blows into his town and turns it on its side and turns Logan inside out. While he knows their relationship has an expiration date, he can’t help but to imagine him and Val as a long term.
This book seemed a little different from other Sawyer Bennett books. I’d say it’s a little bit “tamer” than her previous books but just as steamy where it counts. This was a fun read visualizing Big City Val navigating her way through a town where a car service is foreign concept, wifi is spotty at best and bears could be right outside the front door. As Val is “dating” in this little town she’s also keeping her many readers up to date on this experiment. With that being said, we kind of had no choice but to sit back and wait for this experiment to blow up in her face. She and Logan click pretty much right away and before long they are dating exclusively. While Logan is aware of her reason for visiting his small town, he has no clue that their lives; their sex life in particular is being shared online (hence the whole waiting for things to blow up in her face). Without giving too much away, Val was hilarious….picking bar fights, dancing on tables. What I think I liked most about her was, although she was completely out of her element, she was okay with it…laughing at herself wasn’t a problem. Logan wasn’t what I expected him to be, he wasn’t as reserved as I thought he would be. He pretty much spoke his mind and went for what he wanted. I loved the chemistry between the two (even when there was tension). So yeah, this was a little different read from other books but a good read just the same.

Sex in the Sticks, A Love Hurts Novel, Sawyer Bennett
Review from Jeannie Zelos book reviews

Genre:  Romance, 

I'm a great fan of SB's novels, and I think the only one so far that wasn't a hit for me was Uncivilised. Now its been joined by this one. a good-ish book, well written of course but content? Romance? well, for me it was kind of meh...I can see others love it - well, I'm glad but it didn't hit the expected spot for me. 

I guess Valentine had a lot to do with that. I just didn't really like her, found her shallow and almost vacuous, kidding herself her blog was "work".
She's a trust fund lady, has never know life without riches, luxuries there for the taking, spending - as she says $10,000 dollars on a weekend isn't that unusual for her. She wasn't unkind to those who didn't have her kind of money but there's no way she could understand them or their lifestyles. 

The blog: Well, as a blogger and blog reader I know that for many blogs are Big Business, a full time job and very important.
Valentines a bit more like me, a hobby blogger. I do it to get ARCs as I could never afford to indulge my love of stories without them, Valentine does it for ? Well, I'm not really sure. Seems to be she thinks of it as a job, but a non paying one.
Some of her comments verged on cruel, and that kind of thing can be funny, but needs care and when she's identifying who the other people are, but they don't know about it I feel its kind of nasty.
It felt as if she was somehow looking down on them, that she was hinting they didn't live up to what dating Valentine French was all about. It just made me think, what exactly does she feel is so attractive about her, why does she think she's such a catch. 

Logan, a great guy, loved him and the way the locals respected him.
When things went wrong between him and Valentine the first time he overreacted, IMO. Acted like a thwarted teen. Just ASK man, that's all you have to do. He of all people should know about that kind of situation and how the truth gets twisted.
The second time I had more sympathy for him, but somehow by then I'd got a bit bored with the whole thing.
You may love it, lots of others do but for me, well, it was just between 2 and 3 stars. 

Stars: two and a half, I did like a few bits but most of it I just didn't enjoy. 

ARC supplied for review purposes by Netgalley and Publishers

4.5 Sexy Sassy Stars!

This was such a fun flirty read. Our Heroine Valentine is the epitome of high maintenance and yet with her little quirks you just can't help but love her. She owns her high maintenance personality which was hilarious! 5 large suitcases for a vacation? check. at least an hour and a half to get ready ( hair, makeup, the works) check!

Logan is so lumbersexual! He's our perfect specimen of "Male" and he complements Val to a T! Sawyer has always been great at writing her Scorching hot Sex scenes and boy this book ...panties were melting all over the place!

I don't wanna spoil too much. Just trust me this book is funny, quirky, sexy and you will just fall in love with the small town charm.

***Arc kindly provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review***

Valentine is a bored blogger socialite from New York City, who decides (from her cousin's advice) to travel to Alaska to find a "real" man. She is tired of the men who hog the mirror and worry about their skin and hair more than she does. Packing lots of unpractical clothes and her toy dog, she heads out and meets a lot of guys clambering for her attention, including hunky cop Logan. Lots of fun misunderstandings and lots of hot sex too of course, leads the reader on a fun journey. The reason it lost a star though was that Logan irritated me a bit with his snits, and I also wish there would have been more details on the rest of the town. There is enough that I learned a little about them, but I wanted to learn more. Good book though, and one I highly recommend. Hard to put this one down, and hope there will be more from Alaska.