I previoulsy read a book by this author, it took place around Christmas and involved a marriage but I can't remember the name, which I really enjoyed. With this, however, I couldn't even get past the first couple of pages, there was just something about it that I didn't like. I'm also not a fan of the multiple POV's, normally that's fine but not this time. I don't know what else to say. I'm sure someone else will like it so by all means give it a shot!

As an introduction to this author, this story was a jewel...I see promise in the series as it continues. Overall I enjoyed the story, its premise and the characters. I did have a hard time connecting with Noah though. He didn't click for me, but what I have as my preferences for male characters was not what I saw in him. I would like to read more of the series as it is introduced, I'd like to see where the author takes the remaining characters.

This ARC book was complimentary, provided by the Publisher and NetGalley. I am voluntarily providing my honest review.

Cute. Simple. Predictable but sweet.

The Skinny is this:

Noah Hart (bf) has a sister Ginny Hart and she is co-owner of the tea shop and BFF with Emma

Emma Stevenson (gf) and has a brother Patrick Stevenson

Carol Murphy co=owner of the tea shop and bff with Emma and her brother is Brother Ryan

I believe the next story will either be Ryan and Ginny or Patrick and Carol. We will see.

I'm usually a big fan of Noelle's books but this one was just ok for me. I had a hard time liking Noah's character. His father leaving them as kids has affected him to the point that he never comes home and has no ties. He's driven and successful, but doesn't commit. His reluctance to pursue Emma and his constant flaking on her kept me from truly loving this story. This is more a personal preference since I prefer a Hero that goes after the woman he wants. This still has the great writing that Noelle Adams is known for. ARC provided by NetGalley.

I loved this book so much because the characters were relatable, funny and I found myself agreeing with them multiple times through each chapter. I would love to read more about this author as well as read more from this series.

The reason I liked Noah and Emma's story so much was the emotional roller coaster ride that it took me on as a reader. The fact that Emma had sworn off men but was still so flirty with Noah, That even though she didn't want anything to do with Noah, her teen crush, because he had become so much a hardened business man, but couldn't help herself. The sweetness she and their story still exhibited.

Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team

Mary Jo – ☆☆☆
A cute, sweet afternoon read. You know where it’s going and that each of the siblings are going to end up with one the brothers. All in all, a nice read with a bit of drama and angst thrown in.

This story is about Emma and Noah. Noah is back in town for the first time since his mother's funeral and only because his sister guilted him into coming home for the launch of her new tea room. Emma had a crush on Noah during their high school years and now that he's back, the old familiar feelings are back as well.

A lot of unresolved childhood issues face Noah in his quest to find happiness for the man he is today and a lot of the resolution takes place off the page.

I'm interested in reading the other two books of this series.


Avid Reader – ☆☆☆☆
Noah left and never really looked back. He wanted to make himself a success and has done great in his business life. However, his personal life is filled with one-night stands and lacks any type of emotional connection. When he does finally get guilt tripped into coming home by his sister, he walks right in to Emma's web.

Emma has grown up to be a wonderful, intelligent woman... except when it comes to Noah. All through their younger years, Emma held a special torch for Noah. One that she was sure he knew about, but she was rebuffed and never truly recovered. When she sees him again, she is determined to not let him in again.

The best plans go haywire and both Noah and Emma have to decide if this chance is the chance to truly find happiness. Can they both stop running?

This was a predictable story and one that I enjoyed for an afternoon read. The other characters in the story were funny and I hope they all wind up with someone.


Ruthie – ☆☆☆☆
This is the first in a series, and sets up the relationships between the three friends and their sisters. In this installment, Emma has to deal with her childhood crush, Noah, returning to town.

Not only is Emma best friends with his sister, Ginny, but she has done the business plans for the new tea shop too, so she certainly can't stay away from him. Her recently imposed Manfast is very badly timed, but surely some rules are made to be broken.

Noah is a man who is on a mission – stay away from commitment so that he cannot repeat his father's disappearing act. His self-imposed exile has not made him happy, but he can't seem to break out of the cycle.

We are treated to some funny moments between the friends, some sexy ones between Noah and Emma, and some deep ones when Noah finally sees his father again. But best of all, we get hopefulness and the promise of a lasting romance between the two leads.

An easy read, with a sweet story and some great side characters who will feature in future books, I am sure.

I'm not going to lie, this is probably my favorite premise to read about in a novel. I love the brothers best friend books.

I liked how Emma's man fast is pretty much non-existent in this novel, because how can you be on a man fast when the boy/man you have always had a thing for finally reciprocates?

This was sweet and spicy. I liked the simplicity of the novel overall.

Easily relatable, this story takes the typical falling for your friend's brother story and builds on it with well-written characters. The story flows easily and I recommend it to anyone who is looking for a quick read with some depth.

Noelle Adams brought us a book that tugged at my emotions. Played havoc on my heart and made me want to drive to Blacksburg to shake someone.

I loved Emma's character. She is easy to bind with right from the first pages. She is a giver, always putting those she cares for first. Finally she realizes that she is worth so much more and thinks a break from men will do the trick. Enter her childhood crush Noah. Who never gave her the time of day and calls he purge. The cute banter between them shows more and when the sparks fly an amazing story unfolds.
Yet Noah is a runner. Running from his past, her family and his future. Never staying in one place for toour long. But will Emma and his family be enough or will he run again when the chance comes?

Sweet, sexy tale. Three guy friends, three sisters of said friends. I hope they are all like this!

Falling for her Brother's Best Friend was a quick, fun read. The first book in a new series and I'm keen to find out how things go for the other girls and guys.

Noelle Adams gave us believable characters and fairly realistic concerns for both lead characters not wanting to get into a relationship and overall I really enjoyed the story. My only issue was with Noah and his yo-yo'ing thoughts and emotions, gods, the guy sent out so many mixed signals that if I'd been Emma I'd have thrown him to the curb and written him off.... but, luckily for her brother's best friend, her patience and capacity to forgive were way better than mine!

Looking forward to the next book in the Tea for Two series. I'm rating this read 3.75*

Emma announces to her friends that she is going to go on a man-fast, no men, no dating. Nothing for at least six months since she can’t seem to help falling for the jerks that end up breaking her heart. Emma decided she will focus on herself, her career, helping her friends open their new business and stay away from the heartache.

That is until Emma finds out that Noah is returning to town. Noah was always Emma’s crush growing up although he barely new she existed being the little sister of one of Noah’s friends. Now however Emma is all grown up and no longer the chubby little sister that Noah remembers so much so that as soon as he arrives he makes a pass at Emma not recognizing her.

Falling for Her Brother’s Best Friend is the first book in a new romance series, Tea for Two, by Noelle Adams. The main characters in the series were all brothers/sisters that had grown up together and become best friends but now the older brothers are finding there are more to their friends annoying younger sisters than they ever noticed in the past.

For the most part I enjoyed this lovely little romance read focused on a second chance at love. There were a few little details here and there I probably would have done a little differently myself by overall it was a feel good story and fun read. Noah was a bit swoon worthy with his love for his Nan and little sister in the story so that is always a plus having a family orientated lead. I’d definitely be interested in seeing the story continue with the other couples.

I received a copy from the publisher via NetGalley.

Great book! LookING forward to reading more by this author!

I really enjoyed this book from beginning to end. It is a heartfelt story. I enjoyed the relationship between all the friends. The dynamic between the friends is endearing. I felt like one of the group while I reading this story. The relationship between Emma and Noah was intense and heartwarming. This book was a fun read. I loved all the characters. I can't wait to read the second book in this series. I would recommend this book to my friends.

Really sweet read this is another fantastic book by a great author i really enjoyed it.It was well written with a great storyline and fantastic characters that you can't help but like and root for a super read and i would recommend it.

Emma is always dating jerks, and she has had enough. For once in her life, she is going to find the right guy. First things first, she is going on a man-fast... that means six months without a date or hook-up. Sounds easy enough, right? Wrong! When Emma finds out her long-time crush, her brother's best friend, Noah Hart, is in town, her plans go to the way-side.

Noah makes a huge mistake by not recognizing Emma right away. When her brother shows up, Noah is floored. No way could the little hottie at the bar be the little girl he used to know. A lot has changed since he's been gone. Noah finds himself running into Emma at every turn. The attraction between them is undeniable. Can he risk everything for her? Find out in FALLING FOR HER BROTHER'S BEST FRIEND.

This novel is right up my alley! I love the concept. There's nothing like a good old-fashioned crush on your brother's best bud. I can most definitely relate to Emma as I have had some of these experiences myself. And good for her, she finally gets a chance to go after the guy she's always wanted, Noah. I really enjoyed FALLING FOR HER BROTHER'S BEST FRIEND and cannot wait to read book two in author Noelle Adams' wildly entertaining TEA FOR TWO series.

Not my type of book. It wasn't a clean read that I prefer.

The amount of connections is a little overwhelming, so I'm thankful that Ms. Adams placed a cheat sheet in the beginning! Overall, however, a delightful read. Perhaps a little rushed in the pacing of the HEA, but I'll allow it due to the meddling siblings. Charming for sure.

This is a perfect, sweet little romance!

Emma has decided to go on a man-fast considering that all of her past relationships have shown her to make poor decisions in that regard. And she means it. Absolutely. That is until her brother’s best friend and her childhood crush returns to town.

Noah hasn’t been home in seven years. He’s not the settling down kind and he never will be. That is until he runs into Emma who stirs feelings in him he doesn’t understand. Unfortunately, despite the hot chemistry between the two of them, he can’t change his nature. He’s a runner, and someone will eventually get hurt.

I loved this book with its fun character of friends and family. Emma is a sweet friend and sister and she struggles to deny her feelings for Noah in order to protect herself. I’m not going to share what the root of Noah’s problem is but I totally understood it and the reason he is unable to let it go. Despite his reasons, he feels strongly toward Emma and wants to be a better man for her, for his sister, for his grandmother.

This is a quick read that was never bogged down by unnecessary dialogue or internal contemplation. The epilogue is just a quick peek a month into the future but I suspect we will see more of this couple as the following friends and brothers stories are presented. I will definitely be checking them out when released.

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