This read is about taking a pause and evaluating not only where you are in your life but is this where you want to be. For Lauren Daley and Berit Mathews, the answer is a resounding no. Lauren and her housemates, what an emotional mess. Berit and the lesbian bar she owns, Dollhouse, is a safe space to unwind, hangout, and have a drink. Berit is such a warm and caring person that she demonstrates not only with words but with her actions. Enjoyed the romance and friendship.

A great story with plenty of romance, chemistry, and lots of likeable characters. Loved the bar setting and the characters were fun and great to get to know. An enjoyable story for those that want a nice romance without too much drama. A fun quick romantic read.

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This book is fantastic from start to finish.  I am loving the storyline and the characters.  I liked Berit the Manager of the Club from the start.  Lauren it took me a few chapters before she grow on me.  The chemistry between Lauren & Berit was plain to see from the beginning although Lauren was trying her best to deny her feelings for Berit, it wasn’t til she went out with Jennifer on a few dates that she was finally realised were her feelings truly belonged with.  

This is my first full novel that I have read by this author and I was not disappointed.  I look forward to reading more of her work.

5 STARS

I liked the book. Good story and likable characters. Tho the author forgot about Lauren's BFF at one point in the book then she suddenly reappeared I had to squeeze my memory to know who she was. And I was waiting to see what would happen to her old job. There's so many things I wanted to discover and change yet i cant say what exactly since I dont want to spoil the story but I could say that I wanted love to unfold in a more slower pace. Overall, it's enjoyable read and I liked the author's writing. 

I was provided with an ARC of this book by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

The story was okay. Ullrich is very hit or miss with me. I think it is written well and I was captured throughout the story but I didn't always connect with the characters or their motivations. Especially Lauren, why did she allow people in her life to treat her that way for so long? Also, it sort of seemed like the obstacles to the two main characters getting together were magnified for no reason. The writing and the flow were great tho. I recommend this to anyone who wants a fun book to read in one sitting.

Well, “what to say what to say” a sexy gooey romance, nothing overly special but something craved by us romance geeks, great characters, hot sex scenes, a nice chunk of chemistry, perfect storytelling, not much angst but a tad frustrating, what more can I say, this is a romance fans wet dream, it’s even got a silly breakup kind of thingy going on at one point, I would definitely recommend this to readers who like a spicy romance without being too smutty!

Love at Last Call by M. Ullrich is exactly what I want and like in a romance. Both main characters are likable as well as relatable, the traditional plot still kept me engaged and surprised, and the happily ever after was fresh and completely satisfying.

The story is built around a lesbian bar, The Dollhouse, owned by the confident and brash Berit Mathews. Berit always has a sexy (often corny) line for her customers which ensures she is never lacking in phone numbers by closing time. Lauren Daly is leading a life well below her expectations. She has been fired from her miserable job and she is living in a house with her narcissistic ex girlfriend, a friend from college and his deadbeat girlfriend. Berit can’t help but notice the sad woman who looks like the weight of the world is on her shoulders, but Lauren shuts down Berit’s flirtations because she has no room for a player in her life. They strike up an unlikely friendship and Berit offers her a job at The Dollhouse when Lauren finely lets her know what bad financial state she’s in. There is definitely chemistry between these two, but both women make assumptions about each other that would prevent them from pursuing a real romantic relationship.

Berit is absolutely charming. She gives off the vibe of a butch playgirl, but deep down she is compassionate and surprisingly romantic. Her flirtatious one-liners are cringe worthy at times and she knows it. She also has a very vulnerable side to her which is at odds with her playgirl exterior. That's what makes her so appealing. Lauren is that woman who just doesn’t see her self-worth. She is beautiful, funny, smart and just needs to be around people who will reflect that back to her. She finds that at The Dollhouse. 

I don’t want to give away any spoilers, but Ullrich has written perhaps the sexiest first kiss I’ve ever come across and I read a lot of romance. One of the nicest things about this story is that The Dollhouse is a bar that is created as a safe space for women to congregate. It celebrates a uniquely diverse staff and clientele. It’s the sort of place that you wish existed in your city.

Usually there is something in a book that I might just feel a little off about, but this book is the exception. Love at Last Call is now my favorite romance of 2018. I can’t say enough good things about it.

I was provided with an ARC of this book by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.