Thank you to the publisher for the eARC.

The third and final Brown sister finally gets her book. I loved getting to know Eve more. I loved seeing her discover herself, her passion, and that she can commit to something.

I really enjoyed the representation of Autism in this book. It was discussed and expressed with great care; and without making the characters feel like caricatures.

Seeing Eve and Jacobs relationship grow was so enjoyable. I loved their banter and how they got under each other’s skin.

If you enjoyed the previous books, pick this one up. I am sad we won’t be getting more stories about this family.

E-ARC provided by the publisher.

Talia Hibbert’s The Brown Sisters Series was my introduction to romance last year, or at least the introduction that made me excited to actually read more romances from different genres that I would enjoy. Her books are cute, fun, and never fail to make me laugh out loud. The final book in the series, Act Your Age, Eve Brown is probably my favorite of all three. If you read and enjoyed the previous two books, then this is a must-read.

As many other reviewers have said, this book is nothing short of delightful. There really isn’t a better word for the reading experience of Eve Brown. I loved Eve and Jacob, both as independent characters and as a couple. Their seemingly opposite personalities make reading about their interactions so enjoyable. Jacob is grumpy and very particular about how he runs his bed and breakfast, while Eve can best be described as whirlwind of a human trying her best. Their banter had me smiling throughout the story and those steamy scenes…yeah they were quite steamy.

Talia Hibbert is amazing at writing characters and relationships with emotional depth. There is always something outside of the relationship that the main characters are working through and that they come to solutions to with the support of their love interest, and not because of their love interest. I am always immensely impressed with how she wraps up her stories and the development of her characters, which is definitely also the case with Eve and Jacob.

Although I can’t speak on this book’s representation, I will say that it was very interesting to read from the perspective of characters exploring how they function in the world and whose talents are strengthened by their backgrounds. Jacob’s diagnosed autism and Eve’s discovering of her autism were well written in my opinion as someone who has not dealt with either of those things.

I especially liked seeing Eve come into her own and become more comfortable navigating the world independently. I could definitely relate to the struggle of not feeling “adult enough” despite your age and I very much enjoyed seeing that struggle depicted in a romance. And Jacob is everything I could want in a romantic hero, with difficulties of his own that he works through. Ultimately, they both work on their blooming relationship (even if that third act romance novel misunderstanding is present and is a little annoying) and arrive at a sweet, satisfying conclusion

ahhh my favorite of the series!!
- I loved Eve's personality and connected with her and the issues she was facing a lot
- I also loved Jacob!! from the beginning even if he was "pitched" as cold, you really could tell how sweet he was and I loved seeing that come out throughout the book
- the setting for this is SO CUTE. running a lil B&B together? stop
- I could have done without the conflict in here but that's pretty much true for me in all romance so not the books fault at all!
pls Talia Hibbert write a series about the Montrose family I beg of thee

Act Your Age, Eve Brown makes me happy because I loved it so epically much, but also heartbroken because I cannot believe this is the last time we get to read a new book about the Brown Sisters! I think Act Your Age, Eve Brown might just have taken first place for me in this series. Talia Hibbert absolutely nails the sarcastic, witty dialogue, both between characters and as internal monologues, and I laughed out loud more times than I could count. But that humor and occasionally wry prose is, in true Hibbert fashion, always padded with the most relatable, human, complex situations that make you want to cry out of compassion, out of relatability, out of feeling seen - or maybe even called out (that’s me! In every Hibbert book.), while you laugh at how simultaneously absurd and realistic the hilariously unfortunate situations the Brown sisters seem to find themselves in.

And y’all, the autism rep! At first, I was a little bummed that the autism rep was going to just be in the male character, but then - BOOM! Oh, it’s so glorious. And Eve’s approach to it all - that she loves herself and knows herself and, whether or not there’s a term for her particular series of quirky behaviors and mannerisms, she is the same person. It’s so normalizing and empowering while showing the sometimes complicated realities of neurodivergence. But what Hibbert does so powerfully here is show autistic folks in loving, compassionate relationships; surrounded by friends who understand them and love them not in spite of their unique behavior but because of it. Plus, the body and sex positivity is off the charts and I am SO here for it.

Can a book be perfect? I didn’t think so, but, after reading Act Your Age, Eve Brown, I’m starting to think Hibbert has possibly earned the spot as my favorite author. I was blown away by this - it’s steamy and sexy and consensual and loving and strong and funny and PLEASE DON’T MAKE THIS SERIES END!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Avon/HarperCollins for this advance e-copy in exchange for an honest review. Congratulations to Talia Hibbert on an absolutely fantastic third installment!

"Act Your Age, Eve Brown" by Talia Hibbert
The Brown Sisters #3
Publication Date: 3.9.2021

Eve Brown is the flightiest of the Brown Sisters; she is a hot damn mess. No matter her good intentions, everything goes wrong, so she doesn't bother trying anymore. Eve ruins a wedding, and her parents decide it is time for their 26 year old daughter to grow up and prove herself, but Eve has no idea how. How can her parents expect her to hold the same job for an entire year?!

Jacob Wayne owns a bed and breakfast. He needs to be in control all the time; he is a perfectionist. When Eve with her lavender hair shows up to interview for his open chef position, Jacob flat out says no. Eve then hits Jacob with her car by "accident." Jacob's arm is broken, and his B&B is not running like he wants. Eve tries to help, she really does, but she cannot do anything like Jacob prefers, and his frustration shows!

Eve is sunshine and everything positive, while Jacob is grumpy, and the two compliment each other so well! The banter I expected from the previous two novels was up front and center, and it literally made me laugh out loud. Although I figured Eve and Jacob would end up together, it was so cute, realistic, and grounded. Plus, Jacob is autistic, and Ms. Hibbert always represents real-life people in her novels.

I'm disappointed this is the last novel, and I look forward to anything else Ms. Hibbert will write in the future!

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

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I adored this book from beginning to end. The moment Talia Hibbert introduced to Eve's chaotic life, I was hooked. The baby of the Brown family, Eve has been indulged in every aspect of her life. At 26, she still hasn't managed to hold down a steady job. When Eve gives up on wedding planning, her parents finally give her an ultimatum – she has to find a job and start paying her own bills and finding her own way. When Eve stumbles onto a charming B&B looking for a new chef, she decides to take advantage of the open call for interviews and walks in. Only things go from bad to worse nearly the moment she walks into the place. She and the owner Jacob clash from the start, within minutes she's botched the interview, then she hits Jacob with her car as she's trying to leave.

Jacob's desperately understaffed, leaving him with no choice but to rely on Eve's guilty conscience to help him in the pinch until he's recovered from the accident and able to work fulltime again. Sparks of every kind fly in this sexy enemies to lovers romance.

Every time I read a Brown Sisters book, I'm convinced the one I've read most recently is my favorite. I loved Get a Life. Chloe Brown, then thought, Take a Hint, Dani Brown was even better, and I loved the book about the final Brown sister so much, I'm convinced I liked this one even more. All of this is an entirely overly long way of me saying, this series keeps getting better and better. Jacob and Eve's fiery chemistry had me hooked from their first argumentative interview. Hibbert makes such relatable, sympathetic characters, they seem so real. I loved the diversity and autism rep. I'm always excited for a Talia Hibbert book and this one was no exception. Highly recommend.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Avon for providing me an e-arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I am absolutely devastated that Talia Hibbert’s “Brown Sisters” is coming to an end because every single book has been both laugh-out-loud witty and heart-wrenchingly romantic. I didn’t think it was possible for me to love any book more than I had loved “Take a Hint, Dani Brown” (I stg bisexual goddess Dani is my soulmate) – but the final installment, “Act Your Age, Eve Brown”, took the cake.

I went into the book without any knowledge of the plot, so I was incredibly happily surprised when it turned out to be full of my favorite tropes. It follows Eve, the youngest of the Brown sisters, who runs away from her problems (and her parents) to a small town and finds herself the new chef of an understaffed B&B run by the surly owner, Jacob. Small town romance!!! And not to mention, Jacob and Eve have an amazing enemies-to-friends-to-lovers storyline that is filled with sizzling banter and hilarious jabs. Basically, I was smiling the entire book, and could not put it down. Eve is an absolute delight, and Jacob is certainly swoon-worthy.

Overall, do yourself a favor and pick up this book as soon as it becomes available – you will not regret it!! It was the perfect ending to the “Brown Sisters” series, and I am so so sad that it’s over, but so so glad that I got to enjoy it. (Time to go re-read from the beginning, methinks)

Thank you to Netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review. No one is writing romance like Talia Hibbert is, PERIOD. 4.5 stars.

When I read Get a Life, Chloe Brown last year I concluded it was my favorite romance of all time, and as I read more of her other books and Take a Hint, Dani Brown she continued to deliver. Act Your Age, Eve Brown, like the other books in this series, continues to excel at what makes Hibbert such a phenomenal writer.

She writes banter like nothing else; the quirky, sarcastic, and fun humor that was evident in every exchange between Eve and Jacob was so fun to witness. The CHEMISTRY between these characters was so fiery and undeniable. Hibbert wrote these characters with such depth, care, and warmth that you can't help but fall in love with them. I saw so much of myself in Eve that I wasn't expecting. The STEAMINESS is on another level. If there's one thing Talia is gonna do is, it's write some hot ass sex scenes and she did not fail in this book. The Brown Sisters series has been a fun, lovable, romantic ride and I am so sad that it's ending here, but what a book for it to end on.

Anxiously waiting for whatever Talia Hibbert writes in the future because I know she will not disappoint.

I'm so sad that the Brown Sisters trilogy has come to an end! I really enjoyed reading every single one of these books, and Talia Hibbert is a rom-com author who deserves WAY more hype. She has a beautiful way of tackling serious issues (physical/mental health, abusive relationships, PTSD, grief, neuro divergence, etc) while never skimping on the hilarities of life, and she writes romance that feels very well-balanced (and steamy as heck.) While, TAKE A HINT, DANI BROWN is my favorite of the three books, I still loved Eve and Jacob's story, and think a lot of people will fall for this couple. Definitely recommend the whole series!

Hibbert is amazing as a romantic comedy writer. Every one of these books has made me smile and sit there reading all day and all night just to learn more about the Brown sisters. This one did not disappoint. Although not my favorite book, Eve Brown may be my favorite character in this series. The way she describes her anxiety, her need to help others, and her inner thoughts hit me because it reminded me so much of myself. The way she and Jacob are characterized is so great.

I will say I was a little nervous on how autism is portrayed. I know Hibbert researched the topic (and may have written a book before with an autistic character if I remember my research on her). But sometimes the diagnosis was treated flippantly. However, I did like that she treated Jacob as a whole person who happened to have autism, not someone whose autism was his only character trait.

Overall, can't recommend this series enough!

I absolutely LOVED this book. It was funny, romantic, sexy, it was EVERYTHING. I was smiling and then blushing (SO much steam) and then laughing and then TEARED UP at the end.
Dare I say Eve is my favorite?!?!

In this third installment of the Brown Sisters series, we are given insight into the mind of Eve Brown. Eve is nothing like her sisters: she isn't driven like Dani and she certainly isn't organized like Chloe. No, Eve feels like a lost cause; worthless. When her parents essentially confirm her inner voice and cut her off for one year, Eve is in a tailspin. How will she find a job that sticks? Will she ever be enough?
Jacob owns a little bed and breakfast and is working towards recognition for his growing business. He's neat and organized, maybe even a little anal, but successful overall. Oh, and he has autism. It's not a big deal to Jacob, but not everyone treats him with respect or like an equal. What will happen when Eve literally crashes into his world?
What can I say? I absolutely love this series! I fell in love with Chloe’s story and have been so pleased to see Hibbert continue with the other sisters! This one was perhaps my favorite. Maybe it’s because I could relate to Eve the most, but I think it was also due to Jacob’s representation of autism. I love that Hibbert includes a marginalized community within each story. She provides such great and thoughtful representation. Eve's completely relatable narration only helps the story grow throughout the pages. I love the informal writing and realistic dialogue the most! It's not as cheesy as other romance books, which makes me want to continue reading (since I'm not rolling my eyes to the back of my skull).
I also enjoyed the setting of this book more than the others. I was reading it while curled up by the fire and something about the B&B really added to that comfort level. Even the living quarters of Jacob and Eve just set my mind at ease. It seemed so peaceful and cozy, just as a B&B should be.
Finally, I loved the body positivity! I'm so tired of reading books with female leads who are impeccable and the sex is revolved around her luscious and perfectly sculpted body. I would like more body positivity towards the male protagonists, too. I think it's an important thing to add, but I can understand why Jacob was described as he was. I honestly felt at home reading about Eve's insecurities and what later turns to acceptance. It was inspiring.
As much as I loved this book, however, I do have a few complaints. One, I wish autism was a little more hashed out. I understand that it's not a defining feature at all, but if Eve is going to make sudden realizations, I think it needs to be more apparent. I would have liked Jacob's background to be a little more prevalent. I would have liked his story to have more impact. I also want to note that there were a few instances where Jacob was referred to as autistic rather than someone with autism. It's such a minor transgression, but I know Hibbert wants to be as inclusive as possible. I think changing the language would go a long way for readers who have autism. Also, the sex scenes in this book made me a little more uncomfortable than the previous two. I don't know if it was the use of language, but I found myself skimming a little during those. I think that's my own personal preference, however, and many people will actually enjoy them. Finally, the relationship did feel a little rushed.. But, I can't actually fault the book for that! I love the short reads that don't drag out multiple break-ups, so I applaud Hibbert for her speed!
Overall, this book was wonderful and carried out my favorite traits of the series! I found myself dying to get back to the book and thinking about Eve and Jacob while I wasn't reading. It was such a fun, quick read and the romance truly helped me escape these trying times. Even though I received a free copy, I know I will also be buying the hardcopy once it’s released because it’s practically a sin not to.

I absolutely adored this book. It hooks you from the first page. The author is incredibly insightful in how she writes about characters who are on the spectrum. I love how relatable she makes them and their issues. Their social abilities other issues are never the main force they just happen to be a side point in the book yet they make for an incredibly compelling read. I highly recommend this book!
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This was such a great way to round out the Brown sisters. I loved Eve and Jacob so much. The B&B was a fun setting and the Montrose siblings were great side characters! I just fully love the Brown sisters. And Gigi!

After reading and loving Talia Hibbert’s book, Get a Life Chloe Brown, I was so excited to get a chance to read the next installment in her Brown sisters collection!
Act Your Age, Eve Brown was such an enjoyable read! I connected with the character of Eve & became invested in her right from the start. I truly cared about her and where her story would go! She struggles with a lot of aspects of her life & always seems to make mistakes. She knows she needs to switch something up to start seeing some real changes in her life.
Eve meets Jacob, the owner of a bed & breakfast, who has really high standards for himself & most others in his circle. Eve interviews for a job at Jacob’s b&b, and after she ends up accidentally hitting & injuring him with her car! This bad event actually kickstarts a new level of their business & personal relationship, as Eve sticks around to help right her wrong & help Jacob out.
I just really enjoyed the character development & story! It was well written, kept me interested & invested in the outcome, and gave me the warm fuzzies. Great read!

This was touching, sweet, funny, entertaining, witty and all around delightful. I enjoyed getting to know these characters through the author’s use of dual narrators. It made so clear how people just don’t perceive how others think and the insecurities tormenting them. You’ll be so glad that Eve and Jacob found each other and had the opportunity to see beneath the other’s walls to the real people beneath.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book that I received from Netgalley; however, the opinions are my own and I did not receive any compensation for my review.

I got this on netgalley last night and binged it in less than 24 hours. The Brown sisters are back and in this installation we meet Eve. She is a struggling 26 year old who seems to fail or struggle with every career or relationship she gets into.

Her parents practice some tough love sending her out into the real world and refusing her monthly financial support until she can hold down the same job for one full year.

In a random “meet cute” situation, Eve interviews for a job with Jacob and just a few minutes later accidentally runs into him with her car. This has all my fav rom com elements:
Enemies to Lovers
Lots of witty banter and flirting
Some serious steam
Some family drama
Characters with some baggage that experience growth
A whole lot of heart

Loved it. Fans of Talia Hibbert, Jasmine Guillory and Lyssa Kay Adam’s (Bromance book club) will enjoy this one!

4.5 stars!

Eve Brown has a somewhat carefree approach to life. Jacob Wayne decidedly does not. Circumstances throw these two together in a situation they can’t quite avoid when Eve hits Jacob with her car and ends up assisting him at his B&B while he recovers. While their personalities clash, neither particularly minds the arrangement. As time goes on, these two learn that their first impressions may not have been correct as they discover more about each other and themselves. In fact, they may have more in common than they think.

Eve’s sunshine-y personality and Jacob’s icy exterior are a heart-melting combination. So many sassy quips and witty banter moments; so much compliments both given earnestly and begrudgingly handed out; so much acceptance so freely given. This book made me want to squeal out loud multiple times. The amount of times I smiled while reading is incredibly large, and I spent most of my time wanting to hug the characters for being just so incredibly adorable. The writing puts readers right there with the characters and all their emotions, and I love the feeling of knowing exactly how a character feels before even they themselves figure it out. Talia Hibbert is fantastic at the build up between characters and even better at the moments when everything finally comes out.

I loved and adored the other books in this Brown sisters trilogy, but Act Your Age, Eve Brown is truly the whipped cream and cherry on top.

Equal parts charming and steamy, while I refuse to acknowledge a favorite book in this series, Eve and Jacob may or may not be my favorite couple.

Love the neurodiversity, love the tension, love the quirk, just love the whole dang thing.

Thank you so much to Avon and Harper Voyager for providing me with an ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review!

I was looking forward to this third installment of the Brown Sisters series so much, the first two books were just fantastic; so dear, funny, and steamy! Talia Hibbert came through again with Act Your Age, Eve Brown.

Eve is the baby of the three sisters featured in this series and is treated as such. She seems to flit from one job to another never sticking with one thing until her parents bring down the hammer on her telling her that she will no longer receive payments from her trust fund until she can hold down a job for a year. While trying to pick up her hurt feelings and running away she drives literally into a B&B owner (Jacob) and runs him over but gains a chef position in the process.

Jacob is a stern and serious sort of man and runs a bed and breakfast that is in desperate need of a chef. Begrudgingly he gives Eve the job, she doesn't let his seemingly cold and aloof manner deter her from her determination of completing a year with a steady job to prove to her parents that she's not a failure and can be an adult all on her own, Through numerous hilarious shenanigans the attraction and love grow between Jacob and Eve and we come to learn that Jacob is on the autism spectrum and Eve discovers she shows signs of this as well.

The side characters were enjoyable as well, I would love to see Mont and his sisters get a story or even a novella. They were so fun and Mont's attitude and the way he handled Jacob with loving sarcasm had me rolling with laughter.

Act Your Age, Eve Brown was a fantastic conclusion to the series and it seemed that each story just got funnier and steamier and more enjoyable, I really couldn't put them down. Talia's approach to disabilities in the romance genre was refreshing and eye opening, I thought she did a fantastic job in each book. I love her style so much, I'll read anything she puts out in the future!