In the first novel of her Chance Brothers series, available August 5, 2021,uNikki Kiley tells the story of Marisa and Levi, two general contractors who join forces to host Renovated, a home improvement series on the Home Network and find love
This is a marvelous story that will be perfect for readers who enjoy small town romance and are interested in learning all the ins and outs of home improvement television. I look forward to reading the upcoming Novels in the Chance Brothers’ series! Thank you to author#Nikkikiley and #Netgalley for an advanced copy to fairly and honestly review.

This is a softer version of what I would call enemies to lovers. I absolutely loved this book and it grabbed my attention from the very beginning. Marisa is a strong independent woman who knows exactly what she wants. To make a name for herself, save her grandmother's business and to continue to run her grandfather's business. She has so much passion and know-how that it makes me feel like I could be doing some home improvement. Levi knows what it takes to keep his family's construction business above ground. He is determined to do that and to keep his brothers away from Marisa. I really want to see the story for Noah. I mean yes I would love to see this turn into a series for all of the brothers I love a good brother's series but if I had to pick just one more to be written it would be Noah's. I love all of the unexpected twists to the story. On my final note I just have to say this book makes me want to watch HGTV so bad!

There is a LOT going on here! This is way more layered, and dense, than a typical romance which is a nice treat for readers. There is a lovely sense of place too--Miami almost feels like another character.

The main characters are thrust together to work on a home renovation show for an HGTV-type network. They're both competent professionals but with different focuses and goals and, initially, neither is thrilled about the pairing. However, they develop mutual respect, then chemistry, then a budding friendship and partnership. They were both people I could respect and like, and, therefore, I was really invested in their lives and their path to happiness.

The author gracefully walks the tightrope of steam--the sparks between the two are blisteringly hot and the physical relationship is described quite graphically, but it never gets overly mechanical or base. It's hot, but still romantic, which is not always easy to accomplish.

This is a great opening act to what I'm sure will be a very enjoyable series. I'm looking forward to more!

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review!