I thought the story was ok. I think I am a bit cynical because I m over the story line of a divorced woman who finds love again - just kind of over it.

A delightful enemies to lovers romance, filled with heart and friendship.

Nicole is an environmentally conscious single mom, a blind date gone wrong puts her in the path of Dr. Drew Bauer a man who is her opposite in almost every way. Spark fly, but will their differences bring them together or tear them apart?

A charming rom-com, with endearing characters, strong themes of friendship, faith and forgiveness, as well as humor. I loved every scene with both Nicole and Drew together, they have great chemistry and I liked how they liked to push each other's buttons.

Overall, this was such a fun read. I loved seeing characters from previous books, as well as getting to know Sierra who is one smart cookie. I liked how protective Drew is of others, as well as his heart for helping children. I can't wait to read more in the series!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Nicole is my first book by Sarah Monzon. An almost enemy to more relationship between Nicole and Drew kept me laughing! Nicole says and does what she wants and Drew is around for all of it! Such a fun read! Now I have to read the other books in the series!

Such a fun story! I absolutely loved Drew and his teasing nature. He sure knew how to rile Nicole up. They develop some sweet chemistry after Nicole lets down her guard and begins to acknowledge that there's more to Drew than she gave him credit for. It was nice to see her realize with each layer she uncovers how great of a guy he is, even if his car isn't electric ;)

The only reason I didn't rate this book five stars was how difficult it was for me to connect with Nicole. She's passionate about the environment and social issues, which is great, but her attitude of superiority was a pretty big turn off. Chapter three is full of preachy "woke" perspective disguised as normal conversation, which would have made me ditch the book if it wasn't one I'd signed up to review. Drew helps soften Nicole's rough edges over time and she begins to relax, but then she made comments in her narration toward the end of the book that still showed that same attitude of condescension, which made me roll my eyes. I think it helped that the author included Nicole's crazy mom to show the influences that affected her upbringing, but it made me wonder why Nicole embraced her mother's philosophies when she resented her and recognized how unhealthy it was. The biggest favor Drew did for Nicole was point out how she was doing the exact same thing to her own daughter Sierra.

Overall, I enjoyed the romance and Drew's personality, but felt that Nicole would have been a more relatable character if she was portrayed as an advocate without the elitism.

Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.

This was a cute, but predictable story. Likeable characters. I would recommend this if you like the romance type books and don't mind being able to predict the happy ending.

This was not the book for me. This was the first book I have read by this author and will likely be the last. For one, I was expecting a lighthearted romance. Instead, I felt like I got a book full of the author’s opinions on social justice issues facing our country today. I felt like the authors opinions were being shoved down the readers throat and I personally did not agree with her on said issues. . I also did not like the heroine at all. I did not find her relatable in the least and therefore was not invested in the plot.

This was an amazing book, I could not put it down! I was hooked from the first chapter, I loved the writing and the characters!

I came for the cover but stayed for Nicole. Damn! She's my type of person. Quirky, quick-witted and she doesn't beat around the bush. What a breath of fresh air! This book had so much witty banter that I absolutely loved. It was my first read in this series and I ended up reading the rest immediately afterwards. What a great story!

Thank you NetGalley and the author for an eARC of this book, in exchange of a honest review.

another great read in the Sewing in SoCal series, the characters were fun and I enjoyed reading this book. I hope there is more in the series.

New discovery for me - excited to read the rest of the series.

Nicole is my first read by this author Sarah Monzon. I didn't know what to expect since I haven't read her previous stories in the Sewing in SoCal series, but, I found it fun to read!

Nicole is a very opinionated heroine and divorced mom of an eight year old daughter named Sierra. When they say that 'opposite attract' well this is the case for her and the hero named Drew. Some scenes made me laugh so much! I really enjoyed following Nicole! Lovely story to chase your worries away.

Um...I think I've found my new best friend. Nicole is by far my favorite read of the series, which I have said about both previous reads, but seriously. Nicole is the BEST! First of all, she has curves. And while many readers may not care about that, this curvy read is always look for leading ladies that are not the "Hollywood-norm". I want some curves, I want some meat on their bones! LOL. For that reason alone I instantly connected with her.

Now, Nicole did have some quirks about her. At first, I almost felt like she was one of those over-doers when it came to conservation and saving the planet. But then Monzon surprises me with an explanation that kind of took my breath away. I have never looked at it from this perspective (sorry not spoiling it here for ya), but now I kind of do. Talk about an eye opening experience I wasn't expecting, or ready for!

That aside, wow I loved the chemistry between Nicole and Drew. OH. MY. GOODNESS. ***swoon*** I just love it when characters banter, push each other's buttons, and get riled up. It is my favorite kind of romance story. But then you add in Nicole's sweet daughter, and you see this whole other side of Drew that I honestly didn't expect to find. Yeah, he's a hunky hero alright. On Sarah Monzon, you make it so hard for guys in real life lol!

Okay, I can't really say any more with totally spoiling the storyline, so I am just going to stop right here. You need to read this book. In fact, you need to read this series. It is fantastic!!! Highly recommend. I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This was a super sweet enemies to lovers romance between Dr. Drew Bauer the cool guy who takes nothing too seriously and Nicole, single mom who carries the weight of the world on her shoulders. Their banter was great and their chemistry was on point but this was a very soft and adorable romcom not a steamy story.

I loved every member of sewing group and I found the support and camaraderie to be an excellent addition to the overall storyline. I also enjoyed the male friend group and their influence over Drew as well Drew's interactions Nicole's daughter.

The only parts that I had a hard time were the heavy references to the bible and specifically quoted scripture. This isn't for me but the overall story was so good that I'm sure for the right reader it is exactly right. I think if there were slightly less quotes and references I could have gotten on board and felt this had wider appeal but unfortunately I'm not the target demographic for this particular romance.

I actually really enjoyed this book; a curvy fierce heroine & a handsome dashing doctor with chemistry that flows from the pages made this a sweet, entertaining read

A light-hearted, feel good read.
Nicole is a single mom, vegan, environmental activist who is fed up with dating and men in general. After a disastrous almost-date, she finds herself sharing dinner with Drew - her friends' fiancés best friend. Who she doesn't like at all.
As time passes they discover that the things that they thought would drive them apart, are actually the things that would bring them together.
I really enjoyed this book.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the chance to read this book.

This book is unique that writing is so different. Had fun reading this book. Not your every day romance. Thanks to net galley for this book.

This book was so much fun!

Talk about a clash of personalities--staunch anti-climate change, electric car driving, vegan activist Nicole meets goofball with a heart of gold (and a MASSIVE gas-gussling SUV) Drew, and...as the saying goes...sparks fly! :)

As a conservative myself, it was so interesting to read the perspective of a Christian with a more liberal attitude. And while I did not agree with everything Nicole staunchly championed, I still had so much fun reading this story and following the love story of two drastically different characters.

Four stars!

What a cute story! I loved Drew, Nicole, and Sierra. Not surprising because I'm usually a sucker for kids in romance books. They always add a fun dynamic and make the relationship that much more serious and committed.

There were so many things I loved about Drew. His compassion was a major quality I loved. But I also loved his football coaching and his ability to drive Nicole crazy.

I loved Sierra. Who doesn't love a girl that isn't afraid to play with the boys.

Nicole drove me a little crazy with her quirks, but I really did like her.

I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. This is my honest review.

Hairstylist Nicole Applegate is a single mother and vegan with a social conscience. But her friends think she should have a man, so set her up on what turns out to be a bad blind date. She is rescued by Drew, who she knows socially, but who she is not interested in romantically. Ha. Famous last words, because this is their romance story.

Nicole finds Drew is the assistant coach for her daughter’s football team. My bad, but my initial thought was that football meant soccer, but no. It meant American football, and Sierra is the team’s quarterback–and the only girl on the team. But she’s her mother’s daughter, so that doesn’t phase her at all.

Despite being a doctor, Drew always has time for football practice, friends, and for Nicole. I’m not sure how realistic that, but it made for a good story. It meant that there were plenty of opportunities for Drew and Nicole (and Sierra) to spend time together, and to overcome Nicole’s hesitance about another relationship.

Nicole is the third book in Sarah Monzon’s Sewing in So-Cal series. I’ve read the first (Molly), but haven’t read the second (Jocelyn, although it’s on my Kindle to-read pile). However, I don’t think I missed anything in Nicole from not having read Jocelyn. After all, they’re romantic comedy. We know the hero and heroine are going to end up together. We’re reading to be entertained as we watch them get their happy-ever-after.

And Nicole is certainly entertaining. The writing is funny without bringing in the cringe factor, the characters are excellent, and the story touches on relevant contemporary issues, such as taking a knee in sport (something this non-American 100% doesn’t understand. Isn’t kneeling supposed to be a sign of submission?). I also loved seeing a main character on the plus-size side of humanity, but who wasn’t continually wishing she was a size 2.

Recommended for anyone who enjoys a good romantic comedy with a little bit of real life thrown in.

Thanks to the author and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.

Nicole (Sewing in SoCal book 3) by Sarah Monzon
Publisher: BooksGoSocial
Genre: Humor | Romance
Release Date: January 7, 2021

Nicole is the third book in the Sewing in SoCal series by Sarah Monzon. This is sweet, Christian romance novel can easily be read as a standalone book.

I really enjoyed this book. Obviously, I was drawn to it because of the name (Nicoles have to stick together!) and I'm so glad I read it. I found it so funny how I related to the main character, Nicole, anyhow many similarities we had. What I found even more amazing, was how I related to Drew and some of his struggles.

I am a true believer that messages are meant to find you at the right time and this book really felt like one of those messages.

Overall, this was a great romance and I really enjoyed it! This was a quick read and I read it one sitting, mostly because I couldn't put it down!

I definitely recommend this book. I'll be checking out the rest of the series, for sure!

I'm so grateful to Sarah Monzon, BooksGoSocial, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this ARC ebook in exchange for my honest review.

I have loved the whole Sewing in SoCal series! First there was Molly, the compulsive truth-teller. Then Jocelyn, the Black accountant out of her element vacationing on a dude ranch. Nicole rounds out these very fun and distinct ladies, and I hope there are more books planned in this series. I would be in line to read them!

Nicole is a tightly strung single mother and environmentalist. She has no time for goof-offs like Dr. Drew Bauer, but unfortunately their paths keep crossing. Somehow she's going to have to avoid killing him if she doesn't want to end up in jail. Who would take care of her daughter then?

A survivor of childhood cancer, Drew has dedicated his life to serving the children around him, both as a pediatrician and a youth football coach. Everything about Nicole Applegate drives him crazy—in a good way. Getting a rise out of her is worth every dagger in her gaze. Can he possibly convince her that his feelings are true and genuine, or is it impossible for her to ever see anything in him beyond the pain other men in her life have caused?

This book was so fun and engaging. I appreciated Nicole and my heart ached for Drew. While I've seen other reviewers complain about an "agenda" the author had in writing about a vegan, Earth-conscious heroine (which you have to admit is rare in Christian fiction!), I personally found the different viewpoint refreshing and honest. Will all readers agree with Nicole? No. But it's a brave choice by the author, and I thought it was fantastic.

I received my copy of the book from NetGalley. All opinions in this review are my own.