Lucy Score does it again!
Maggie and Silas had such amazing banter and push pull that I wanted it to go on forever! I loved that Silas fell first. I loved that he just knew that they were meant to be together but he kind of let Maggie get there on her own. (With a few helpful pushes!) I loved the amazing family that Silas comes from and how they all support each other 100%. I love that Maggie builds her own amazing family in Kinship. Family isn't always the one you are born into. That this wonderful group of people just naturally came together and end up living under one roof was perfect! Kevin! This dog was such an integral part of the story, he definitely deserves mention.
I loved this book! It made me laugh out loud at a time when I really needed that! It made me think about my own found family and how lucky I am. It made me wonder if there might be more stories coming to us from Kinship? Mostly, it made me really happy to have another Lucy Score couple to root for!

Maggie Moves On is a fun read from Lucy Score. I read most of this book in one afternoon, and that pretty much tells you everything you need to know about it.

HGTV meets small-town meets chemistry galore. The character of Maggie was a very likable character, and her journey to find a community ( despite her ever-growing online one), was really sweet and I found myself rooting for her the whole way.

Now about Silas, Wow. what a man. If you are into the guy falling first, flirty banter, a heart of gold in the streets, and not so much in the sheets (hee-hee), then honey, I have found your next fictitious. Ugh, Animal Lover, not afraid of a powerful woman, loves his mom(s). When I tell you I want to pluck him out of this book for myself, I mean it. I just can't get over it.

The plot was really cute and the dog was adorable. It made me want to escape to a mansion overlooking a small town. I found myself looking at Zillow after finishing the book, thinking "I could be like Maggie".

The secondary characters were really well developed as well. Multi-dimensional, with their own storylines. Can't ask for anything more.

Semi-wish fulfillment, and full of heart, I would recommend this book to anyone.


*I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an ​honest review.

This is one of my favorite Lucy books to date. Once you start it is so hard to put down. I hated the fact I had to adult and had to take breaks in reading. You laugh, swoon, tear up, and even want to smack someone upside the head at times. It’s the perfect mix of everything you want in a rom-com. This is a must read that needs to be at the top of your list. The characters are perfect and their stories make you want to live in their world permanently. Loved it and know it will be one I reread over and over again.

There's a lot to love about a cinnamon roll sweetheart who falls hard and fast for his girl - this hero was GREAT! As a longtime fan of Score's work, I was excited to dive into this and see how her style changes for a more "traditional" romance audience. This still has the same small town feel and found family vibe as many of her other romances, with a more laidback tone and slightly less heat. Still pretty steamy at times (our sweet cinnamon roll hero definitely has a possessive streak), but the overall tone is less angsty and more lighthearted overall. It's also not first person perspective, which I didn't even notice until I was about halfway through. And the length is about 100 pages shorter than other books I've read by Score, which was honestly just right for the story. This was maybe missing that bit of sizzle that I love about Score's books, but the slow burn romance, inclusivity, and community aspect definitely made this a very solid read, and I ended up bingeing it in one sitting.

The story follows Maggie, a social media star who makes a living by flipping houses and documenting the process for her followers. She's never in one place for long, so she's never set down roots anywhere - and never really plans to either. But when Maggie buys a giant, rundown mansion, she sees the potential in her biggest project yet. And the sexy, smitten landscaper she hires for the job certainly makes sticking around a little easier. Silas is hit with a zap of connection the moment he meets Maggie (his future wife, if you ask him), and the good-natured, hometown guy is determined to convince Maggie that they're meant to be. As they spend time working on the project of a lifetime, Silas and Maggie build a relationship that just might be made to last.

The renovation aspect of this reminded me of one of my old favorites from Score, Mr. Fixer Upper, but that's where most of the similarities end. This hero is kind, caring, easygoing, and confident in their connection. Yeah, it's a little ridiculous that Silas is so head-over-heels right away, but you've gotta love a committed man. And he never once wavers - which is exactly what this broken heroine needs in her life. The sense of community and cast of characters definitely made this a richer read, and it's got a lot more going on that "just" the romance, though that's absolutely the focal point. There's a diverse group of characters, which enhances the found family vibe. I loved the slow burn that built on an instant connection, and the steamy scenes were certainly fan-worthy. Silas may be a nice guy, but he can still get a little dirty. What really won me over though is the build in intimacy and level of depth that develops over time, which is what makes this such a fulfilling read. It was a touch too slow here or there, but this was a great, low angst, small town story. I was lucky enough to receive an early copy and am voluntarily leaving a review of this heartwarming read.

I really liked this book. The characters were likeable and relatable and it was such a feel good story. I would love to see a sequel!

I am already a fan of Lucy Score's books. I discovered her about 2 years ago and I have been enjoying discovering all of her titles. Maggie Moves On kept me turning the pages and not wanting to put it down. The characters felt real, they were fun and interesting. This book grabs you from the beginning and there is just this adorable relationship progression. I really enjoyed this book, I wanted to start it over the second I finished it.

This book as everything written by Lucy was amazing. Thanks love the romance, and self discovery! I love how opposite the leading characters are. I love the signs! Everything about this feel good romcom was amazing! I will definite read it again and recommend to family and friends!! Way to go Lucy!

If you are reading this review to decide to buy/read this book - stop. Go immediately to your bookseller, find the BUY button, and click it. Then come back to my review. :)

I'm totally serious.
Buy this.
It is such a good read!

I have been a fan of this author, and her numerous works for quite some time. Every story she offers to a reader is creative and charming. I will say that about this one too, but that's absolutely not enough!
This is a funny, steamy, romantic, frustrating, sad, suspenseful, and entertaining read. Completely worth your time.

These characters are wonderfully written, and that allows the reader to become involved with them, and their journey. (I think that's absolutely the mark of an excellent Romance author- it's all about the connections!) I sincerely wish the inhabitants of Kinship existed in the real world. I'd move there in a heartbeat.
Without spoiling your read (because - hate that!), I appreciated how the two main characters found their way to their HEA. It was certainly hard fought, but wonderfully won. There are no victims in this one, but everyone needs saving. (Love it!)

I encourage you to read slowly, as clues and important information is gently inserted throughout, and can be missed with a quick perusal. The last few chapters are downright heartwarming! I certainly closed the book feeling happy with the read, and very sad to be at its end.

I recommend this author and most specifically - this read. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.

Thank you to Netgalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing) for the ARC.

🌟🌟🌟🌟💫 4.5/5

An adorable romance between a house-flipping YouTube sensation and her hot new landscaper. When Maggie Nichols buys a crumbling Victorian mansion in the tiny town of Kinship, Idaho, everyone (including her partner) doubt she can restore it to it’s former glory. Maggie believes she can make this house into a dream home in 4 months with a lot of work and a lot of planning. However, she doesn’t plan on falling for her flirty, laidback landscaper and his adorable dog.

I loved this book. This is my first Lucy Score romance and I plan to read her entire backlist. The banter between Maggie and Silas was perfection and their romance was super swoonworthy. I love a home renovation and this one was Nora Roberts-level amazing. I enjoyed the small town setting, as well as the social media component. Such a sweet, heartwarming (yet steamy) read.

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Full review to be posted closer to release date.

I am an essential worker doing my best to power through this pandemic and really needed a feel-good story and Maggie and Silas definitely delivered! If you are a fan of “Hart of Dixie” or “Virgin River” and love some house renovation shows, this is the book for you. There’s laughter, family drama, a hilarious dog and his sidekick kittens, a house renovation that makes you want to do home repairs yourself, and the relationship between Maggie and Silas that keeps you hooked until the last page! I didn't want it to end! I want to visit Kindship…and get a dog...and become a house renovator! I was completely invested in so many of the characters and Lucy made me feel like I was right in the house helping renovate! If you are looking for a feel-good story with some drama, giggles, and some spice this is the book for you! Thank you Lucy Score for this unforgettable read I highly recommend!
#LoveKevin #KindshipLove #LucyScoresAgain

I loved this book! I honestly can't think of a thing I didn't like about it. Maggie and Sy were so likeable and Sy is my most favorite Hero, sweet and loving! The side characters, everyone of them, were great! The little bit of mystery thrown in was fabulous and i couldn't wait to see how it all wrapped up. Definitely a 5 star book, I truly enjoyed it.

Maggie Nichols is a house flipper with a YouTube channel that has nearly 1 million followers. While Maggie has been successful in her professional life, she hasn't found success in her private life. She has come to the small town of Kinship, Idaho to do her biggest rehab yet. Her business partner and friend, Dean, doesn't understand why she chose this town or a project this big. But Maggie has a different view of Kinship. Some of the few happy memories in her life were set in this town.

Silas Wright is the "Hot Landscaper". He has recently finally broken things off for good with his on again, off again long time girlfriend. He goes to the site of Maggie's new flip to give her a bid for the landscaping on the project. He immediately feels the sparks fly between he and Maggie and thinks she is "the one". But Maggie gives his dog, Kevin, more attention than Silas. That doesn't stop Silas from trying.

As the story unfolds, Maggie and Silas grow closer. The story is filled with the greatest supporting characters! I loved them all. We learn that sometimes things aren't what they seem and that people can absolutely be victims of circumstance.

This is a great story filled with lots of snorty laugh out loud funny moments and plenty of heart melting relationships are formed. Kinship is exactly the kind of town I'd love to live in.

Lucy Score creates the most amazing characters! By chapter two I was already in love with Silas and by chapter four him and Kevin had me laughing out loud! This book is sweet and swoon worthy and a definite must read!

I adore Lucy's writing.
This is flirty, fun, and provides many smiles.
I love Sy's level of determination. He's the perfect amount of cocky and comfortable in his own skin. Maggie is spot when when she says he's delicious.
I fell in love the entire cast and at the end felt complete.

I am a big Lucy Score fan and was very very excited to read this one! And I knew pretty quickly I was really going to like it!

Going in, I had no clue that this was dual narration. It was a fun surprise. I loved hearing both their POV. I feel like it really adds to the story and their growing relationship.

Also, what a cast of awesome characters! Silas had such a fun supportive family and I loved how they took Maggie in as their own. It was definitely something that Maggie needed. With her family being absent/non-existent she didn't know what these sort of relationships were like and I think it helped her open up to Silas.

If you love fixer upper shows or books then this was a super fun book to read. It honestly made me want to get into it. It sounds so fun (but also like a TON of work so I'll actually just read books about it.)

This book was cheesy and fun and feel good. Highly recommend!

You know those books where you feel a pull of sadness after the last page, because you won't be seeing the characters again? That's Maggie Moves On.

I was charmed by all of the characters. You can't help but laugh at Maggie and Silas's first meeting (it's PERFECTION). Lucy Score is a master of banter. I don't usually laugh out loud at books, but I can't help it with hers, and Maggie Moves On was no exception (the downside being my kids asking me what was so funny and my response having to be "uhhh...nothing..."). The problems are real too though, handled with care and an understanding of how past traumas can impact future relationships.

A mystery is woven throughout the romance and steam, with a twist I didn't see coming.

You definitely want this on your TBR list! I was lucky to receive an ARC; you'll want to look for this on Kindle or paperback June 21st, 2022.

Lucy Score never disappoints! Maggie Moves On is a fun romp through a small town in Idaho, filled with a no nonsense heroine, a hunky, hot hero, an assortment of friendly animals and a whole town of zany characters!

Maggie arrives in Kinship to renovate an old historic house with her business partner and ex-husband, Dean. She gets a whole lot more than she bargains for when she hires Sy, a handsome landscaper who quickly sets his sights on Maggie's heart. This book is rom-com gold, with a surprise ending and many twists and turns along the way. I highly recommend it -- just be prepared to be swept into the story. It's unputdownable!

Maggie Moves On is my 2nd Lucy Score book, and after reading this one, she is officially on my list of authors to binge read. As a fellow girl who knows her way around the workbench, I fell in instalove with Maggie. She was inspiring, relatable, and witty. Go ahead and mark me down for all the Lucy Score reads. Big thank you to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion. 4.5 super cute and laugh out loud stars.

Maggie is a house flipper with almost a million followers, Dean her partner and best friend. She finds a home needing refurbished in Kinship, Idaho where she meets Silas, aka “the hot landscaper”. Silas knows they are meant to be from the beginning. Maggie is used to completing her projects and moving on. Can Silas change her mind? This is another wonderful book by Lucy Score. As a lover of all things Lucy writes, this one definitely is her sweet spot. Magnificently flawed characters, lots of love, laughs, and soul searching. No one does this better or with more successful results. Lucy brings all the words that make you laugh out loud, sniffle, and feel everything right along with Maggie and Silas and their friends and family. “Family is the family you make.” For those of us that have built our families by choosing them, not just by blood, this book will sing to your soul.

I discovered author Lucy Score's books about 6 months ago and have loved every one of them. I didn't think she could top, Thing You Never We Never Got Over but she has surprised and delighted me again. My husband was a builder and we flipped a house together. Maggie's story brought so many memories back. Maggie Moves On is an excellent book with wonderfully written characters, great descriptions of Idaho and how much family means. A treasure hunt, a hot landscaper, a crazy dog; this book has it all! Highly recommend reading this one.