A continuation of the Rivers series.  A typical fun read with hot steamy love scenes.  Tall dark and handsome construction worker with past issues, meets cute, wide eyed, intelligent administrator.  Of course sparks fly, thats the fun part of the book.  The friendships, softball and past issues add to the interest.

I always know when I pick up a book by Radclyffe that she won’t let me down and ‘Love After Hours’ is no different. There is something about Radclyffe’s books that draw me in and keeps me reading. She’s like the god of Lesbian Fictional Romance and it is obvious she’s here to stay.

Carrie is back and it looks like love is on the cards. Her love interest is contractor Gina Antonelli. She’s dark and mysterious, with a temper when she doesn’t get her way at work and her and Carrie clash from their first conversation. As time moves forward they realise that there is a very potent chemistry between them but will Gina’s past hold them back from really falling?

I’ve been really invested in the Rivers Family Romance series from book one and every book that passes I wished that Carrie Longmire would get her book and thank god it’s finally here because this girl deserves love. I really enjoyed getting a more in depth knowledge of Carrie from her point of view. Her relationship with Gina is off the chart hot from the minute they connect. I really can’t wait to follow more about this couple.

This book also goes into more depth about Blake’s transition and his friendship/relationship with Margie. There is something really wonderful about the way Radclyffe has told Blake’s story from book 2 and let it continue into all of the following books. I was worried it would stop at some point but she’s kept it up throughout and his and Margie’s story is probably my favourite to evolve through the series!

Blake and Margie are so together about everything for teenagers. I wish I could have been more like them at that age. They chat through everything and are very frank with one another, it’s honestly so refreshing. And probably another reason these two are my favourite protagonists in the series so far. I really hope that one of the books to come in the series will focus solely on them because I really love their story as they evolve together without much angst or heart ache, they just work!

Can’t wait for what comes next. 5 stars

Part of The Rivers series.  Like most of Radclyffe's series, some of the stories are better than others.  I can never put my finger on EXACTLY why it is some speak to me when others don't.  I enjoyed this one more than most.  I really like the storyline weaved through this series about Blake and his transition.  Classic Radclyffe

I received an ARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an Honest review.

I received an ARC from Netgalley and BSB

I’m usually not a big fan of Radclyffe and don’t enjoy her writing style but this book is an exception. I really liked the story and the characters and that all characters had a strong storyline, even though it was not their story in the series. Series are always disappointing when they kind of neglected the couples from previous books. It is definitely possible to read it as a standalone, since I haven’t read the other books in the series, and still very much enjoyed it. I actually can’t wait to read the other books in the series.

I'm giving this book 3 stars because of the quality writing that this author consistently offers. That being said, I was unable to finish this book because I was unaware that this is a book several installments into a series. I couldn't follow the multiple characters that lacked depth because I missed the previous books. It was just too confusing. I'm sure readers who have followed this series will enjoy it immensely so don't let my frustration for not realizing I hadn't read the previous books stop you. A note to the publisher to please make it more clear, especially in the description, that a book is part of a series. This is by no means a stand alone novel.

Another strong entrant to the excellent Rivers Community series.  I enjoyed garnering perspective about the more administrative aspects of hospital operation, specifically when an expansion is afoot and the stakeholders are so interconnected in my favorite idyllic town bordering the Hudson.  Carrie was a lovely character, full of life and dedication in previous novels, so having her center stage in the fourth book felt appropriate.  She and Gina, a contractor with broad ties to her business/personal lives, had quite the negative initial encounter and required some time before the affection between them firmed into something serious.  The primary gripe that I have for this tale is the lack of consistency in Gina's personality-with Carrie she has a witty, humorous quality which seems to flatten when she engages with others.  While her past was devastating, the lack of connection that she displayed outside her closest relationships felt odd.  Finally, the dimensionality added to the plot by Blake's transition was rewarding to delve into again.  Overall, consistent quality was offered by Radclyffe.

As always, a very nice romance by Radclyffe.  This is the fourth in the Rivers Community Romance series but it reads as a stand alone book as well.  However, I recommend you read them all.  
The characters are well described and very likable.  It was time for Carrie to find love.  I always enjoy catching up on previous characters in new reads.  Reading about the development of Margie Rivers and Blake Remy's friendship/relationship is very intriguing.  I look forward to see how their story progresses.  Love After Hours is a good read.  I will recommend to my students.

Nice read.

Admittedly I don't really remember the previous books, that's a bit tricky with the growing cast of characters.

I've liked Carrie in the previous books, so that was nice to have her front and center.

Also really enjoying Blake's storyline.

3 1/2 Stars. I’m a big fan of Radclyffe and always enjoy her books. I like this Rivers Community series very much. This is the 4th book in this series and finally time for Carrie’s story. Carrie has been a character I have always liked and I was happy to finally get her book. I did enjoy this read; I just didn’t love it as much as I had hoped.

The Rivers hospital is expanding and the project is on Carrie’s shoulders. When she meets the new contractor Gina, it does not go well. Gina’s family business is not doing great. It is up to her to get the Rivers job done on time and on budget. After a hostile first meeting, Carrie can’t believe how arrogant Gina is, even if she is incredibly good looking. As fate keeps bring these two together, is there a chance at something more?

First I want to say, I highly recommend reading these books in order. While each main story is contained, there are continuing threads that run through the whole series. On top of that, there are also a lot of characters to remember. Even having read all of the books, I still was forgetting who was coupled up with whom, and who did what job. I can only imagine how much more confusing it would be for someone new to this series.

When it came to the characters, I already really liked Carrie. Even when she was a secondary character in previous books, she was always one of my favorites. When it came to Gina, I had mixed feeling. She is almost two completely different characters in this book. How she is when she is with Carrie, to how she is with everyone else. I loved her when she was with Carrie, sarcastic, flirty and sweet. When she was by herself or with other people, so was so broody and just kind of blah. I guess that was Radclyffe showing us how good Carrie was for Gina, I just felt like I was reading about two different people.

I did enjoy the romance. It was not insta love, but it was a little fast, I’m giving it a pass though. What I liked was the chemistry. I thought there was a ton of sparks between Carrie and Gina. They were definitely hot together and I felt the heat. The scenes with Gina and Carrie were my favorite of the whole book.

What I didn’t care for as much was the rest of the book. I was fine with the scenes with Blake and Margie, I just felt like nothing else really happened in the book. While the other characters where in the book, they didn’t really contribute much to the storyline. I found myself just wanting to go back to Gina and Carrie. Also, the two characters from previous books I wanted to see the most, Glenn and Mari, were hardly in the book at all. Which was odd considering Mari is Carrie’s cousin; you would think there would be more about them growing their new friendship.

Lastly, there were a few softball scenes in this book, which I really enjoyed. I love baseball and softball. But I have to say I was disappointed how that turned out. There is such a big deal about a softball tournament, and bets, but the whole thing just fades out at the end. I think Radclyffe missed an opportunity there. If you are not a sports fan, it probably won’t bother you.

All in all I would say the Carrie and Gina storyline gets 4 Stars, the rest of the book 3 Stars. I had high expectations for Carrie’s story, I felt like I was waiting so long for it. I did really enjoy parts of this book, I just wish I loved the whole thing.

An ARC was given to me by BSB, for a honest review.

“Love After Hours” is a fascinating read. The title is also spot on with the main plot. Some of the issues the story deals with are: transgender, homophobia, bullying, first love, new love, trust, friendships, and of course, there is a softball tournament as an added bonus. 
The character development is flawless and the dialogue is clear, realistic, witty, and emotional at times, especially concerning Gina’s loss of her first love and Blake’s feelings of freedom after his breast removal surgery. The plot engages the reader from the first page and does not let up until the story is completed. 
 There so many things I could say about what I liked about this book, such as the loving and supportive relationship between Abby and her transgender son, Blake, but the element  that sets this book apart is the author’s powerful use of imagery throughout the story. This added depth to an already effective writing style. 
This is a great read and very highly recommended.

Radclyffe if one of my top ten favourite lesfic authors (see https://lezreviewbooks.wordpress.com/my-top-tens/). She's a very reliable author whose romances often portray glorious butches and strong femmes. This book is number 4 of 'A Rivers Community' series portraying love and life around the Rivers hospital and its surrounding small town. Even though this is a stand alone novel, characters from the previous books appear here so it's better to read them in chronological order. 

'Love after hours' is the story of Carrie, the hospital CEO’s admin who we've met before in the series, and Gina, a building contractor with good looks and big secrets. As the author says in the acknowledgements, this is a book about romance but also about family and finding home. The usual ingredients of Radclyffe's books are present here: a moving story, sizzling chemistry and hot scenes. Radclyffe fans won't be disappointed!

Overall, an entertaining romance. 4 stars.

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Anything Radclyffe writes is a winner. I enjoy all her series. The Rivers series has many stories that focus on today's world..
Will put on Goodread as soon as title is available.

This novel finds us getting Carrie a special girl. Before we get into the review, you should know that this was my first novel into the Rivers Community Series and I was quite thrown off by the narrative. The novel kicks off with an important surgery taking place where all the main characters are involved in some capacity or the other (due to friendships and family connections). I can understand why Radclyffe does this; its to establish how much Carrie is involved from the administration side of things. 

For a new reader into the series, it is pure chaos. I found myself not caring one whit for anyone and their issues. I kept waiting to find out more about Carrie and Gina (our other protagonist). the romance is well done however, it feels as if we get only 55% of Carrie and Gina, 20% of Margie and Blake, 15% of Flann and Abby and 10% of Harper and Presley. 

I enjoyed the softball and the construction bits as well as Carrie's freaky accurate mental clock (very useful). 

I then proceeded to read the first two novels in which our other characters mentioned above are introduced and I think I would have enjoyed this one more had this not started off with Blake's surgery and assumed that readers know everything. 

My rating is based on my first impression of the novel, perhaps if I had read this after the first two novels (this is the fourth in the series) then I think I would have given it 4 stars.

This was a very sweet romantic addition to the River's Family Romance series. Carrie had been a supporting character in he previous books and now takes center stage with Gina Antonelli by her side. These two were nice mains, easily relatable. The plot wasn't very deep and there weren't many bumps in the road, which is quite a change of pace from Radclyffe's usual fare. I liked revisiting with old characters,especially Blake and Margie. Overall this was an enjoyable and sweet read. Thanks Radclyffe for another great one!!

Radclyffe is an amazing writer and in this book she weaves characters from her previous series of the "River's Hospital" and focuses on Carrie, Presley's executive assistant. The new character, a contractor, name Gina is hired for renovations at the hospital & at Carrie's new home.

While I enjoyed the book with the romance, please know that a lot of time in the book is focused on Blake's transition. I am selfish and love Radclyffes writing, so I wish Radclyffe had written another book for Blake's transition. I feel there was a lot more depth to explore between Carrie and Gina. Although I am use to Radclyffes earlier writings in the early Providence Series (especially the first 4) and her early Justice Series where a lot of time is taken to establish emotional depth between the characters. 

Love After Hours is a good read and Carrie is a wonderful character who is honest, loyal and smart. She also has a beautiful spirit, so it's great to see her find happiness.

This book is good! Damn good, to be quite honest. Love after Hours is Radclyffe at her very best. She weaves a story with strong characters that have heart and soul and just enough angst and tension to keep you captivated. This one is hands down the best of the Rivers Community Romance series. 

Carrie Longmire is back and in the forefront of this one. Carrie is super-efficient at her job and basically everything she does. Not wanting to settle for anything than true love, Carrie patiently awaits for the one to show up. She fine to flirt and casually date, but anything more is out of the question unless love is in the air.

Gina Antonelli had one tragedy turn her life upside down. An accident, when she was a teen, took the life of her childhood friend and first love. Gina bears the weight of that moment every day and has basically shut down. She exists to work for her father's construction company, and the job is all there is for her. 

Carrie and Gina totally get off on the wrong foot and that makes for a tumultuous start. No this isn't a love to hate romance, but they do spend some time trying to get their footing around each other. Add into the fact that they are both ridiculously attracted to each other, and you have for a fabulous beginning. There is heat, there is tension and its drawn out perfectly. 

Add in the other fun and fascinating characters of Rivers and you have an amazing story. I am partial to Blake and Margie myself and I delighted that story weaves a bit of them into it as well. If you loved the Rivers series so far, this one is for you. This book has it all! If you haven't read this series yet, well, I am a bit jealous of you because get ready for a great set of books.