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I got into this book wanting some light that would make me giddy. While it started out that wat, I quickly came to just want the book to be over with already because the mmc is sooo toxic and the fmc does not have a back bone. I just could not get past some of the scenes in this book because the characters were so one dimensional

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Sheridan’s steamy standalone is a fun and fast-paced read!

“Grayson’s Vow” alternates between Grayson Hawthorne and Kira Dallaire’s points-of-view each chapter. Through their respective viewpoints, Sheridan slowly reveals details about their tumultuous pasts, the abuse they experienced at the hands of their respective parents, and the difficult places they are in financially. Doing so perfectly lays the groundwork for the incorporation of the marriage of convenience trope and makes the scenario much more believable.

Out of pure desperation, Kira suggests that Grayson marry her so that she can fulfill the terms of her inheritance. In return, he will receive half of her funds to resurrect his father’s vineyard. For all intents and purposes, their marriage is supposed to be real on paper only and merely temporary. Their initial agreement changes, however, when their opposite personalities bring them closer together and create undeniable chemistry between them. The romantic tension Sheridan creates kept me on the edge of my seat!

At the same time, miscommunication and misunderstanding are frequently used to create some of that tension between Kira and Grayson. This method was a source of frustration for me as a reader because Grayson tended to resolve conflicts that arose between them physically. I found this slightly off-putting because he essentially relies on Kira’s attraction to him to diffuse tough situations. Still, I loved following Kira and Grayson’s relationship development and enjoyed their banter. Sheridan’s writing has an addictive quality to it, so I will definitely pick up other books by her in the future!

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I've been moving away from New Adult as I've gotten older, but Sheridan's books reignite how much I enjoy the genre.

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Awww, I loved Kira and Grayson's story. Another superbly written book from Mia Sheridan that had me hooked right from the very beginning. If you like the marriage of convenience trope then you will absolutely love GRAYSON'S VOW.

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From my POV, Mia Sheridan has always wrote developed characters. For example when it comes to their past traumas and everything they have to overcome. This book; as well as her others, have always had this emotional hold over me. Mia’s character development gives you jerks vibes but you still want to cheer them on and see things come true. The writing / POV did have me rereading some parts but it didn’t bother me bc I was able get get the full circle of what was going on.

Thank you to Mia Sheridan, NetGalley and bloom books.

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Grayson’s Vow is first Mia Sheridan book I've read, and I was excited to read this advance copy from NetGalley.

Kira is trying to escape her father and the name he has built for himself in politics, but she has no means to do so. Grayson is doing his best to rebuild his family’s vineyard after his father’s death. Kira proposes a business deal to benefit both of them, knowing that her father was somehow connected to Grayson’s past. It sounds crazy!

Through an alternating point-of-view narration, Mia Sheridan provides a romance between two characters who are both healing from trauma and find each other in the process. The heat between them is undeniable, but can they trust each other (and themselves) enough to find happiness?

Grayson’s Vow was a page-turner and kept me interested all the way through. I saw some reviews that said this book is not as intense as Sheridan’s other books which makes me interested in reading more of her work.

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Mia Sheridan did it again and is one of my favorite authors. I have to admit I was unsure of the chemistry between Grayson and Kira at first, even though I love a good enemies to lovers trope. I found it a little ears at first but I am so glad I stuck with it. The character development and plot revelations throughout the story was amazing. I highly recommend this book.

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Mia Sheridan can do no wrong! Archer's Voice is one of my all time favorite books and when I saw this new one from Mia Sheridan I knew I had to read it immediately. This one is definitely going into my comfort read pile.

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Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this advance copy. Unfortunately, it wasn't for me. The switch between viewpoints of the main characters confused me. The male main character was too much of a jerk to me. From the beginning he gave me a bad feeling. I feel like if I read Archer's Voice it might have been better.

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Grayson's Vow was definitely one of the best Mia book's I've read to date! Arranged marriage of convenience kind of trope, sign me up! Kira and Grayson were really well written and both were enjoyable characters who had a ton of character growth throughout the story.

This was an absolutely amazing love story that had me at the edge of my seat the entire time, cheering on our main characters in hopes all would work out in the end. It was a fun, quick, and great read going into the summer season!

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review!

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What a beautiful story of little witch and dragon! This book had everything romance, adventure, some steamy sex and oh the humor it was great!
The epilogue left me extremely happy!!

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Grayson’s Vow was a tough book to rate. I kept going between three and four stars, not so much for the story, but for the way it was written.

When it comes to story, it was definitely a four or five star book for me. I loved it: I loved the characters, I loved the initial grumpy/sunshine dynamic, the enemies-to-lovers, marriage of convenience plot. There were some elements that made me raise my eyebrows or roll my eyes, but these were few and far between.

But when it comes to the writing style, things felt a bit bland at times, and a lot more colorful at others. It kinda went all over the place, which threw me off. Sometimes the pacing went fast, sometimes it went slow. It almost felt like maybe the book needed one last look by an editor. In the end, I decided it didn’t bother me all that much, especially not compared to how much I enjoyed the story itself.

I really enjoyed Grayson’s Vow, to the point where I couldn’t put it down at 2 A.M., costing me a good night’s rest. I look forward to reading more books by Mia Sheridan.

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I love Mia Sheridan's writing, but this one felt a little short for me. I think it was because i thought the MMC was kind of a jerk, and there were times that it was just so uncalled for. Also when he did mess up i felt like she forgave him so easily. otherwise i did enjoy the premise of the book.

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I loooove Mia Sheridan and her writing style. Her books always make me so emotional and I just don't want to stop reading as I care so much about her characters. Same with this book. It was a terrific story and I cannot recommend it enough. I need more of her nooooow!

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He moved closer, pulling me into his arms and whispering against my lips. “You bring me peace, little witch, and you put a fire in my blood.”

-marriage of convenience, dual pov, grumpy mmc aka the Dragon and fiery fmc aka little witch 💍
-Kira Dallaire needs to be married in order to gain access to the money her grandmother left her, Grayson Hawthorn is a convicted ex-felon with a failing vineyard, this leads to the ultimate desperate times calls for desperate measures 🍷🍇
-they both had such troubling pasts that I think there was just a bit too much going on
-I expected a bit more between the characters before they realized they had fallen in love
-the twist was also predictable and I wished the couple had more cute moments to share together rather than drama left, right and centre
-however, the vow parallels were sweet, as well as the “meet me in the middle” and the pros and cons lists
-thank you to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books for this ARC

3.5⭐️

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This was my first Mia Sheridan read, I have a couple of her others books, but the fact that this book set the tone for her other books that I have yet to read Chef's kiss. This was a lighthearted read and there was a dual POV from both characters! You get to read about their past and feelings in a much more detailed way especially on becoming the people they are now. The marriage of convenience they arranged turned into something so remarkable, I don't want to spoil too much, but this had me turning pages after pages after pages! The emotions I had throughout this read was such a rollercoaster, but it was so worth it! I still think about this everyday and I honestly wouldn't mind rereading. I highly recommend this read and this can be read as a standalone too!

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I am wrecked in the most beautiful of ways, but wrecked nonetheless for all others who come after Grayson. The beauty of the relationship between him and Kira is absolutely stunning. I’m just in love with Kira’s pureness her light her love, her soul everything was beautiful about her!

Their road to redemption and healing was not an easy one’ these two stubborn hot heads were a match in every way, even when they denied it! I loved how Kira didn’t let Grayson get away with his BS but I absolutely fell when Graysons cold demeanor finally tumbled and he let Kira in!

I can not express how much this book needs to be read! It is a MUST READ! The emotions, connection and just beauty of the characters and their journeys must be experienced!

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This book was nothing short of a beautiful romance. Grayson, a convicted felon with a traumatic past, needs a miracle to save his dying vineyard. Kira, with a complicated past herself, offers him a proposition he initially views as absolutely ridiculous. But, with everything falling apart around him, he agrees to her proposal of a marriage of convenience. This will save her from an abusive situation, and will allow both of them access to money left by her grandmother.

This temporary arrangement becomes something more, and the passion and fire between the two of them is remarkable! The character growth in this book is phenomenal, and I admired how strong both main characters are.

After reading “Archer’s Voice” by Mia Sheridan I had to get my hands on everything she’s written. When I saw I was approved for this book, I squealed! Thank you so much to NetGalley and publisher for this ARC.

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Ok I think I’m in the minority with this book. I didn’t love the marriage of convenience trope in how it was based on money but with a side of rudeness. I’m all for two characters not liking each other and eventually falling for one another - but all I felt was high society judgement for the first half of the book. Still a fan of Mia Sheridan’s writing and will pick up more from her.

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This book was nothing short of a beautiful romance. Grayson, a convicted felon with a traumatic past, needs a miracle to save his dying vineyard. Kira, with a complicated past herself, offers him a proposition he initially views as absolutely ridiculous. But, with everything falling apart around him, he agrees to her proposal of a marriage of convenience. This will save her from an abusive situation, and will allow both of them access to money left by her grandmother.

This temporary arrangement becomes something more, and the passion and fire between the two of them is remarkable! The character growth in this book is phenomenal, and I admired how strong both main characters are.

After reading “Archer’s Voice” by Mia Sheridan I had to get my hands on everything she’s written. When I saw I was approved for this book, I squealed! Thank you so much to NetGalley and publisher for this ARC.

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