Sweet Tea is a good fit for readers who enjoy heartwarming stories about intergenerational relationships, cultural exploration, and the blending of different backgrounds in the search for personal and professional fulfillment.

This was cute. I loved the majority of the characters, the setting, the storyline of the HBCU, and Jack’s project of documenting and creating a cookbook of authentic Southern food. I do however, wish we had gotten a little more in regards to the Sweet Tea case that originally had Althea going back to the south in the first place. The ending was enjoyable, but I still am suspicious of Jack!

I don’t think that you can ever go wrong with a Hallmark book! Althea and Jack were so sweet together and I was rooting for them the whole time! If you are looking for a lighthearted, sweet romance than this is definitely for you!

A Hallmark Publishing book about two characters who started off on the wrong foot, yet found their way together. A feel-good storyline allows to the reader to just sit back and enjoy the romance unfold.

I recommend grabbing a sweet tea and a shady spot on the porch to enjoy Sweet Tea!

I received a copy of this audiobook from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are honest and freely given.

The narrator did a wonderful job conveying the Southern characters, telling the story and giving us insight to the authors intentions. She did a wonderful job.

While the story was interesting and definitely something I'd generally read it felt like pieces were missing. There needed to be a bit more to Althea (Tea's) law case/career before jumping to her trip back home to her grandma Ada. The storyline seemed rushed between James and Tea too (which I am ok with if everything else is rushed but there are parts of this story that are super slow and other parts seem super rushed. It needs balance. That being said I still love the storyline.

Althea/Tea has been awaiting partnership in her law firm for a while and finally gets it when she must rush back home to "rescue" her grandma Ada from what Tea suspects may be scammer. Tea finds Jack has developed a relationship with Jack, an entrepreneur who aspires to write his own cookbook, among other things. Through their time together and her assurances that Jack does not take advantage of her grandma, Tea and Jack develop feelings for one another. Read or listen to hear how their story progresses!

I featured this book as a Book of the Day spotlight and included it in my weekly roundup and monthly post of new releases on my Black Fiction Addiction platforms.

Althea Dailey has transformed herself from a young woman from a small southern town into a successful, respected, sought after attorney. She has earned a partnership at her firm, has financial security and creature comforts. Despite it all discontent resides in her spirit.
Jack Darwent marches to his own beat, eschewing the path expected by his father and social circle. Trading in a suit and tie, he sails from port to port discovering the legacy and history of yesteryear. While making his passion project he discovers the town of Milford and one of it's most beloved citizens, Miss Ada who just happens to be Althea's grandmother. Just know Miss Ada is a lovely soul, sure to capture your heart.
Althea suspicious of her grandmother's new friend journeys home to protect her from potential misfortune. Though she and Jack start of on the wrong foot, the two find themselves growing closer.
Althea's character experiences healing, discovery, romance and her purpose in this heartwarming story

Unfortunately, this book was not my cup of tea. I didn't find the characters likable or relatable. I kept waiting for it to pick up, but about 40% of the way through, I decided to abandon it.

As a southerner at heart, I appreciated all the cultural references and throwbacks. I truly adored Jack and Althea’s grandmother. The two of them created fun and entertaining chemistry from start to finish. I loved her grandmother’s commanding presence in the kitchen and her loyalty to Althea. I genuinely loved Jack’s desire to preserve history and heritage through a new venue. Interestingly enough, even though I loved Jack and Althea’s grandmother, I did not care too much for Althea. I found her overprotective and suspicious. There is a backstory there, I just connect with her very well in this story. I love that Jack did though and I was rooting for him to find his happy ending. The narrator did a great job capturing southern accents, attitudes, and nuances.

I received a complimentary copy, with thanks, from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are solely my own and freely given.

Perhaps once low man (well, woman) on the totem pole, Althea Dailey is about to make partner at a prestigious law firm. A woman. Black. She'd be the first. Living the good life in New York City, she really had no intention on returning home to the South, even to spend time with her family. However, it only takes one phone call before Althea jumps on a plane.

Althea is home to handle a case, but she will also be spending time with her grandmother. She then meets Jack Darwent and is rather disconcerted when he, a white man, seems far too close to her grandmother. The two have a strong familiarity and that proves to be a serious cause for concern for Althea.

Jack is working on a documentary as well as a cookbook and since Althea's grandmother is famous for her cooking, she is the perfect subject for Jack. Althea is concerned that Jack is piggybacking on her grandmother for his own success. How can Althea stop him from doing that. What is more, how can Althea stop her growing attraction to Jack? All she wants to do is to finish working on her case, see to her grandmother's needs and to get back to New York. Doesn't she? Or is being home more comforting than she imagined it would be?

Whether it is the warm sense of home, the scrumptious food mentioned, the slow burn of romance, or the unburdening of baggage, Sweet Tea proved to be a thoroughly enjoyable read. I loved this story and the ending was absolutely perfect.

Many thanks to Hallmark Publishing and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

Althea has finally achieved her dream. She has made partner in a prestigious law firm in New York. However, her first case as partner is taking her back to her past and to her home state of Georgia. This is exactly where she does not want to go! But, while she is in Georgia, she decides to take a long overdue visit to see her grandmother.

Althea finds her grandmother with a young gentleman named Jack. This sends Althea’s radar into overdrive. She is sure Jack is trying to steal her grandmother’s recipes for a profit.

Althea is a character not to be reckoned with. She is tough as nails and very intelligent. She and Jack do not see eye to eye on anything, except her grandmother.

Jack is a true southern gentleman with a kick. He loves to cook and he wants to preserve some of these wonderful southern recipes. When he and Althea get together…sparks fly!

The narrator of this story, Inger Tudor, did a pretty good job. I did not like how she softened her voice for Jack. I thought of Jack as tough and the softer voice just did not fit my image for him. She also mispronounced muscadines. She pronounced it muscadeens…GASP! You definitely could tell this narrator was not from the south. Now, these were minor issues. The story is what kept me listening. I enjoyed the history surrounding the recipes and the southern culture was spot on!

Need a sweet, enjoyable romance with great southern charm…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today!

I received this audiobook from the publisher for a honest review.

I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this story. It's a diverse read and one that I felt was done well. I loved the setting and the characters...and found myself laughing out loud more than once. I also really enjoyed the romance...two opposites attracting in the best way. This is a wonderful summer read!

This one was just like a Hallmark movie in audiobook form. Althea has virtually cleansed herself of her southern roots from her accent to her wardrobe in her pursuit of becoming a partner in the "old man" law firm she was plucked from law school and instilled in. In her first big case she is being sent back to the south and wonders if this is why she was made partner just because of her skin color and this case. At least it will give her a chance to stop by and see her grandmother and find out who this man is who is taking advantage of her. At least that is what she thinks. Jack comes from a long line of lawyers but that is not what he wanted to do. He wanted to cook and preserve the southern recipes and make a documentary about them. When Jack and Althea meet they are like oil and water but at least they have one thing in common, they both care about her grandmother. This was a sweet story about two people who come from opposite backgrounds and find more in common than they anticipate. Perfect summer read!

This book was an easy listen, but I felt like the storyline didn’t fully come together. It started with Tea getting a case, but never went into much detail about that aspect of the story or what she had to do for it. Next thing you know she’s already in Georgia with her grandmother and Jack. It seemed like the relationship between Tea and Jack happened very quickly and not much happened in between. And while she was away on Georgia the entire storyline about her being a lawyer was just forgotten and talked much about again until the end. I feel like the two story’s could have meshed together much more with maybe Jack being involved in the case somehow and that’s how they met or to just leave out her being a lawyer and working a case entirely and just have her meeting Jack when she goes to visit her grandmother. I just felt the idea wasn’t fully complete.

This was like reading a sweet Hallmark movie. The narrator did a great job distinguishing between character voices and it was incredibly easy to follow, even as my attention wasn't 100% on the book as I cleaned the house and read at the same time.

This is the first Hallmark Publishing audiobook I have listened to. It had a very similar feel and tone to watching a Hallmark movie, which was a definite plus for it. This story could easily be made into a movie that would play well on Hallmark.

I very much enjoyed the character development, especially of Althea. It was interesting to watch her relearn her roots and come to the conclusion that the lifestyle she had in New York was not where she needed to be. Having been raised in the South, I could relate to the small town feel that the author created. I loved Granda and her sassy mouth as well as her caring words. Jack was a mysterious character throughout. I kept wondering if he had ulterior motives, but was glad to see that he didn't.

This is a sweet and clean romance that is very enjoyable. Anyone that loves Hallmark movies will enjoy this story.

I was provided with an advanced listening copy in exchange for my fair and unbiased review.

Are you looking for a sweet Hallmark romance that isn’t quite so Hallmark? If so, then Sweet Tea is the perfect pick for you! Yes it’s a bit cheesy and the ending is clear from the very beginning but author Piper Huguley’s serves her romance up with an oversized dollop of southern charm that you won’t be able to get enough of!

Souther history, mouthwatering scenes of recipe sharing, wholesome romance, and a looming law suit that could bring it all crashing down will keep readers entertained and flipping pages.

A wonderful, clean weekend read for readers of all ages.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Four stars for this light and entertaining hallmark classic.

Have you ever felt like you’ve just read a movie? I listened to Sweet Tea as an audiobook, and it felt exactly like listening to a Hallmark movie.

This was such a sweet, clean romance story. And while the central relationship is Althea and Jack, the healing relationship between Althea and her grandmother is so endearing. I actually loved Granda - she was the sassiest lady and stole every scene she was in.

I do feel like the reason Althea was in the south from New York was forgotten about for a while in the middle of the middle of the book. But I did really enjoy the story.

The feast fundraiser for Milford College was such a fun idea, and I was definitely craving some biscuits and corn bread.

Thank you to NetGalley and Piper Huguley for the advanced listening copy in exchange for my honest opinions.

Sweet Southern tale , great characters with fun personalitys , yummy food descriptions , makes you feel your part of the story .

I enjoyed this Hallmark story about small town girl makes big in the city and returns home to find what is really important. Althea is driven, she is the first woman, black person to be made partner in her New York legal firm. Her first assignment as partner sends her south dealing with a case of a recipe that is being "stolen" and she is to settle the situation. She ends up heading home to visit her grandmother, who she hasn't seen in years, but sends money to and has other people checking on her, but had not visited herself. She finds Jack, a white man in her grandmother's kitchen. He is making a move and putting together a book about Southern Cooking and recipes that are becoming lost. Althea is sure that he is taking advantage of her grandmother and the other women he is interviewing and working with. As she tried to prove he is up to no good, she gets to know him and oh my goodness, fall for this kind, swoony man.

Jack and Althea are great characters. This is your typical enemies to lovers trope, but it is different from others I have read. The recipes, academic property, personal appearance angle is different. Jack is perfect. He is handsome, kind, creative, enthusiastic and doesn't get upset easily. Althea is uptight, driven, suspicious, and has quite the sarcastic and cutting tongue. She wants to protect her grandmother, but her grandmother. Miss Ada, knows what she wants. I loved her. She is bossy, old fashioned, caring and unfiltered. She says what she thinks! I enjoyed watching Althea fight her attraction to Jack and their verbal sparring was excellent. Jack didn't mince words when it came to what he thought of Althea's love for her grandmother and how she showed it. As they got to know each other, that changed to teasing and banter. This is a story about finding out what you really want and value in life, finding your place in the world and with the people you care about. There is a faith based message, hidden in the story with Ada's beliefs and the importance of church and the church family woven throughout the story. Of course this is a romance and there is a Happily Ever After, but the journey was a good one. I recommend this story to those of you who enjoy a good Hallmark story. I did a read/listen of Sweet Tea and enjoyed both. The audiobook was narrated by Inger Tudor. I had not listened to anything she has done before, but I enjoyed her performance. Her expression and emotion added much to the story. The various voices she gave each character allowed me to picture them even more than I did when reading the story.