Two years after a DUI which injured a friend, Andy is trying to get his life in order. He approaches Nikki about getting his old job as a ski instruction back and after some negotiations and being on probation he succeeds. Somewhere along the line Nikki and Andy develop feelings for one another and their relationship progresses, but not without problems.

This book is part of the Sterling Canyon series, but can be read as a standalone. I have read many books by Jaime Beck and this one does not disappoint. It was a great read.

This is my first book by Jamie Beck.

What I liked:
The writing style
Part of a series: Sterling Canyon
Standalone
HEA

I look forward to reading more from this author.

I have read all the Sterling Canyon books and was happy to see this one focuses on Avery's brother Andy.

All the other couples make quick appearances, and it is wonderful to see enduring love and friendship between them.

Another big theme throughout the book is forgiveness, and taking responsibility for your actions. Andy knows the accident he caused while drinking and driving was a terrible mistake. The judgement he feels from some in his small town doesn't make moving on any easier, even after he has finished probation. However, the forgiveness from those who love him and how he is determined to move forward in life and do better were inspiring.

I loved the match of Andy and Nikki. Neither is perfect, but their personalities and interests compliment each other. I think this book benefited greatly from having both Andy and Nikki's perspectives.

The book is a quick, sweet read, but I do wish the book was a little longer so we could get more of their interactions and relationship.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A quick, fun, sweet, sexy novella. I haven't read the others in this series yet, but I definitely am interested in reading them now. Nik was a sweetheart with her own insecurities, and Andy was just trying to get his life back to how he wanted it. I'll admit I shed a few before the HEA.

Joyfully His (Sterling Canyon #3.5)
Jamie Beck
My Review: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

Joyfully His is Andy's story. It's short and sweet.

If you are a fan of this series you will already know who Andy is. This story can be read as a standalone. However, it features some of the other chapters from other books, and it is nice knowing their stories.

Two years ago Andy was driving under the influence of alcohol and injured a pedestrian (Accidentally Hers, Book One is the victim's story). Now Andy is trying to put the past behind him, and pick up the pieces of his life. He loved being a ski instructor, and he just wants the chance to prove himself. His priorities have changed, and he is more in tune with what he wants.

Nikki has always had a thing for Andy, but she always thought he wanted to be just friends. He asks her to help him get back on the snow, and she is willing to help. She is Andy's boss, and he knows he can't afford another mistake. Nikki and Andy have always been close, but something has shifted in their friendship. Andy needs a second chance, and Nikki is his perfect fit.

4 Stars out of 5.

*ARC received in exchange for a fair review*

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Kindle Edition £1.00 or Free for KU, 116 pages

Expected publication: October 17th, 2017 by Montlake Romance

I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Awesome!!!! What else is there left to say?

This book is short, and it is definitely sweet! It was great reading Andy's story and also catching up with previous characters from the Sterling Canyon Series.

this was a sweet little story and I enjoyed seeing him getting his happily ever after. The premise of this story was really great, and I loved the looks in on the lives of the other Sterling Canyon characters we have come to know and love. (I swooned for Kelsey and Trip in this one!) Although novellas often have pacing problems, this one was perfectly paced from start to finish. Nothing felt rushed or incomplete, it was just well-written from start to finish which doesn't come as a surprise, knowing Ms. Beck's writing.

If you enjoy a sweet love story based around Christmas and/or skiing, you should give this one a read. It is a fun story that will put you in the holiday mood.

This story has both cursing (including f-bombs) and on-screen sex so if those things will cause you to leave a bad review, you should skip this one.

Although I still struggle with Andy as a character, this was a sweet little story and I enjoyed seeing him getting his happily ever after. The premise of this story was really great, and I loved the looks in on the lives of the other Sterling Canyon characters we have come to know and love. (I swooned for Kelsey and Trip in this one!) Although novellas often have pacing problems, this one was perfectly paced from start to finish. Nothing felt rushed or incomplete, it was just well-written from start to finish which doesn't come as a surprise, knowing Ms. Beck's writing.

If you enjoy a sweet love story based around Christmas and/or skiing, you should give this one a read. It is a fun story that will put you in the holiday mood.

I requested and was generously granted an ARC of this story via NetGalley and the publisher. I was under no obligation to write this review, I did so because I enjoyed the story.

Sterling Canyon book 3.5 is a very enjoyable quick read. This book brings you back to Sterling Canyon and gives you an update on all your favorite character, but best of all Andy gets his story.

Andy had made some mistakes and paid his dues. He is having a hard time getting his life back and the trust he lost.

Nikki is a friend that harbored some guilt for Andy's mistakes. She is eternally one of the guys... until one work Christmas party when Andy makes his feelings knows.

This is a wonderful friends to lovers story that I most definitely recommend.

I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review. This is a solid 4 star romance.
I really like this series by Jamie Beck and have been waiting for Andy's turn at an HEA.
Sometimes being in a small town has its disadvantages especially when people can't move on and forgive someone for past mistakes. No matter how hard he tries Andy can't seem to shed the stigma from his stupid actions and the DUI he had a couple of years ago that also injured Grey Lowell our hero from the second book.
He really wants his job back as a ski instructor so he decides to ask his old boss Nikki if it is possible. She gives him a chance and seeing him again all the time reactivates her feelings for him and they act on that.
Having a relationship with his boss definitely won't be easy so they decide to keep it quiet. Only something that happens stops the relationship from moving forward in any capacity and he loses his job because even Nikki seems to not take his word making her just like everyone else.
Can Andy convince everyone he is innocent of any wrong doing. Will everyone ever cut him some slack and see that he has long since redeemed himself for his prior bad behavior?
Will he and Nikki be able to get past this and have a trusting and loving relationship out in the open? Or will Andy move away to get the fresh start he deserves?
Check this short but sweet book out for the answers. You will not be disappointed.

I was so glad Andy finally got his story this was a sweet friend to lovers story. The plot moved quickly and seamlessly, dialogue was snappy, and the characters were engaging. I only wish it had been longer

'Joyfully His' is a sweet story about second chances, redemption and love. I skipped over the graphic sex to enjoy the interactions of Andy and Nikki and how they both grew within themselves and toward an understanding of each other. All the secondary characters were engaging, as was the setting. I look forward to future stories from Jamie Beck.

For some reason, this isn't considered a full number in the Sterling Canyon series but I think it is the perfect closure—if Beck has really decided to part with them. But don't worry, this is short but it works well as a standalone.

We finally get to learn Andy's happy ending. The only number I still haven't read is the first but his unfortunate accident that led to a DUI has been mentioned in both of the sequels. Considering his twin sister and his victim are the protagonists of the first, I'm sure that's the key plot that started the whole thing. So yes, we're finally into Andy's solo story.

Even after a three-book-worth time and his parole coming to an end, Andy still suffers judgment from people in town. But he decides to be brave and takes his old job back at the resort, undergoing a probation period until the New Year. Nikki is again Andy's boss and despite having been rejected by him before, her feelings subsist. Finally, he seems interested but it's the worst timing for them to form a relationship.

I think this is pretty much what one can expect from the summary. If you've followed the series until now, that's it. You won't regret. Also, we get to see more from all of the previous couples, it's very nice.

For those starting only now, there aren't big spoilers aside from who ends with whom. Which is pretty much a given when it comes to these types of books, no?

On the characters, Andy is a very nice who has learned from his past, wants to get on with his life but is struggling a lot thanks to how people see him now. He's not the type to get depressed, so he's doing his best to overcome the barrier. I liked that side of him, and the discussion on whether his mistake deserves to be forgiven and forgotten is very present.

Nikki is a strong woman but also very self conscious of how she lacks in femininity. I liked the backstory for the couple because it was actually credible. It's interesting how things between them keep happening at the wrong time.

Unfortunately, it's just good as expected. It simply does the job with no extras or depth, so I couldn't give more than the average rating of 3 stars. Still, know that it is a nice book if you are into this niche.

This really felt like the end of this lovely series. I can't speak for the first book but the following two were very enjoyable so I'll recommend the whole thing for anyone who likes a heartwarming but fun romance. Joyfully His can be read by itself and is quite short, right to the point. I'm sure you'll read it in one seating. Why not get a taste?


Honest review based on an ARC provided by Netgalley. Many thanks to the publisher for this opportunity.

I have been anxious for Andy's story. From the previous books you know his tragic past involving a night out drinking and driving and injuring Grey, but now we get Andy's side.

Andy done something wrong, he knows that, he done the crime and completed his time.- yet others won't ever let him move on. He is mired up in their judgment and feels his every move is watched -waiting for him to mess up again. Andy is vulnerable and wants their approval and acknowledgement that what he done was completely out of character, he is very remorseful and he can be forgiven. But come on- we all know that's not how people (most anyway) truly are.

While Nikki has most always had a crush on Andy she has a hard time deciding if he is someone she can stick her neck out for and help him get his job back. While Nikki ultimately decides that she knows Andy is better than his actions of one terrible night- one that she feels she could have been a friend and possibly encouraged a different outcome- does she truly trust Andy completely?

While I enjoyed the twists and turns of the relationship between Andy and Nikki- and wanted to smack a certain manipulative ski bunny- I loved Andy's road to redemption. No matter who you think might be on your side, sometimes you find yourself alone and having to stand strong to clear your name. Then you realize you must give that same understanding and forgiveness to others that you sought out when you were in their position. I guess I didn't so much identify with the love story aspect of this story as I did the overcoming trouble and ultimate forgiveness.

It was good to read Andy's story, having read the three previous books in the series. This story felt shorter, with the characters a bit less developed. This might be a hindrance for readers who haven't read the earlier books in the series. With that said, it was nice to see that Andy also had a happily ever after.