I thought this was a pretty sweet romance. But I struggled with the conflicts. Like they were made too big for added drama. When they were actually pretty mild.

I absolutely loved Reid. He was playful and I loved how persistent he was.

I really struggled to connect with Ashlynn. I loved the idea of her character, but struggled to really find her likable and at times I thought her POV was pretty boring.

I don't know how Carly Robbins makes me forget when I'm listening to one of her books that there isn't a male narrator!! She does such an incredible job everytime with both POVs. I'm honestly blown away!

Thank you so much netgallery for the opportunity to listen to this audiobook in exchange for an honest review

I absolutely love small town romances, so I was very excited to listen to this one. The love story was good, but I almost felt like the side stories were better. It was super unrealistic. The characters went from hating each other to not almost immediately and there wasn’t even any tension left between them.

I enjoyed the narration, but felt that if Carly changed her voice to differentiate the characters, that it would have added that much more to the audio. The third person POV would have been easier to follow along with as well.

A special thank you to Samantha Chase, Dreamscape Media, and Netgalley for this ALC in exchange for my honest review.

I got this audiobook from @Netgalley to listen to and review!

The narration: I like Carly Robins' voice and inflection BUT she does not differentiate character voices, making it difficult to follow the third person POV story. It's also a dual POV with a male character but she doesn't really do male voices (not that I love fake male voices, but there's just no effort to differentiate between who's speaking and it gets hard to follow during dialogue portions).

The story: The side plots of this story were way more captivating than the actual love story. The MCs very, very quickly went from disliking each other to dating with little to no tension left between them. The third-actish breakup was unwarranted (as they usually are), and wasn't that interesting. It was a better contemporary fiction piece than a romance.

Teasing You
The Donovans (Sweetbriar Ridge), Book 2
By: Samantha Chase
Narrated by: Carly Robins

Second chance romance, firefighter, small town, yes, I am ready to listen to book 2 of the Sweetbriar Ridge series. Ashlynn is a popular hair stylist in town, but after she makes a mistake with some dye, she is fired. Reid is moving back to his hometown in hopes of ascending up the ladder in the fire station. When he runs into Ashlynn, all the memories from high school come back and he is smitten. But will he be able to overcome the embarrassment he caused her in high school? Good looking, apologetic, the two find themselves attracted to each other, and enjoying each other's company. But Ashlynn has some issues with trust. When push comes to shove and she is faced with the possibility of an arson charge, firefighter Reid is not by her side. Will she be able to forgive him? Will her innocence be proven? This is a wonderful story, packed with good friends, family drama and all the mean girl feels. Hanging out again at Books and Beans is a treat! And talk about romance! Reid knows how to bring it! This is a fabulous addition to the series and I can't wait to visit again!

Carly Robins is the story teller and as always, she is fantastic. She has such an amazing array of voices, and she picks the perfect one for each character. I especially loved Ashylynn's mother! She brings the story alive and made for a wonderful listen!

Teasing You is the second romance in The Donovans: Sweetbriar Ridge series. Ashlynn Donovan’s life has just taken a turn for the worst and she sees no end in sight. She’s just lost her job and now she’s flashed the new guy in town, who also happens to be the guy she flashed back in high school. It really can’t get any worse than this. Reid Baylor has just returned to Sweetbriar Ridge to become the towns newest firefighter. He’d always hoped to come back to town and when this opportunity presented itself, he hopped on it. Flashing incidents aside, Reid’s crush on Ashlynn from all those years ago is still there, but she wants nothing to do with him. Will she be able to resist the chemistry between them or will Ashlynn give herself a shot at happiness and see what Reid has to offer?

Small town, firefighter and second chance romance tropes make this the perfect read for fans of sweet romances. I haven’t read the first book in this series, but this can easily be read as a standalone. I really enjoyed Reid and thought he was the perfect lead for this romance. There were times where I loved Ashlynn and times where she bothered me a bit, especially during her parents drama and her hang up around this. Overall this was a good, semi steamy, sweet romance that is perfect for small town romance fans. There is a lot of potential for future books in this series and I look forward to seeing what else comes for these supporting characters.

4.5 Stars for Teasing You (The Donovans: Sweetbriar Ridge #2)

If you love second chance romances look no further than Ashlynn Donovan and firefighter Reid Baylor’s story. I have to admit it took time for me to warm up to Ashlynn but as this story unfolded I found myself liking her more and more.
Carly Robbins did a good job with the narration and she hit all the emotions and the drama that runs through this book. For me she brought the characters to life and she was very easy to listen to.
Reid and Ashlynn have history and when Reid moves back home she is
really not sure she can ever forgive the boy who humiliated her in high school. But he is determined to win her over and when he moves into the apartment above hers he sees this an opportunity……
Problem is Ashlynn’s life is going down hill very quickly and she suddenly finds herself needing Reid more than ever but supporting her could put his career on the line. So will Reid step ip when Ashlynn needs him or will he run for the hills. One click to find out.
Teasing You has the perfect mix of love, passion, angst and friendships and let’s be honest it wouldn’t be a great small town romance without some drama from the residents.
I received an ALC from the publisher through Netgalley.

The Donovan family has stolen my heart, but probably not as much as the Montgomery family, which was also written by Samantha Chase. I love how she is able to bring these characters to life and make you really feel a connection to them. In this story we follow Ashlynn and Reid as they get a second chance at a relationship. They have a bit of an embarrassing history from high school, but Reid is determined to change that once he meets up with Ashlynn again. Reid is moving back to his hometown to further his career as a firefighter. Meanwhile, Ashlynn is being accused of arson against her previous job. They both have their own internal struggles that cause this situation to be more stressful, but as always we get our HEA in the end!

Ashlynn is such a fun character. She is very sassy and brings a lot of humor to the story. Reid is also hilarious himself, as shown by his public showdown to win back Ashlynn (I won't spoil the scene for you). They both instantly connect once they have gotten past their high school drama and they are so fun together. I loved the dynamic of Ashlynn's family and how close everyone is and how they welcome Reid in. I think that's a big aspect of Samantha Chase's stories and it makes you feel like you're at home with her characters and part of a big family.
If you like small town romances, second chance love stories, and frenemies to lovers this book is for you!

I listened to this book and the narrator that was chosen did an amazing job. I highly recommend listening if you have a chance to do so, having someone narrate a story sometimes just makes it so much better.

Thank you to Netgalley, Samantha Chase, and Dreamscape Media for and advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!!

Rating: 4/5
Series: Book 2 of The Donovans (Sweetbriar Ridge)
Narrators: Carly Robins

Quick Thoughts:
-Ashlynn and Reid had a funny moment together in high school and an even funnier re-meet cute
-I want to go to Book and Beans!!
-I lol'd A LOT listening to this
-I suddenly want penne alla vodka. (ALWAYS add cheese!)
-Super cute second chance romance
-Carly Robins was the best narrator! I loved listening to her and her voices for all the characters were great.

What to expect when you read Teasing You:
-Second chance
-Small town romance
-Hilarious re-meet cutes
-Firefighter x hair dresser

Thank you Samantha Chase and Dreamscape Media for the ALC of this title!

This is only the second book I’ve read by this author so I am still really new to her book, but so far I am really enjoying her work!


This book is Ashlynn & Reid’s book and it will capture your heart, just like it did mine!


Ashlynn isn’t having much luck when she loses her job at the only salon in the small town she lives in and to make it worse, she flashes the new firefighter in town, Reid… and this wasn’t the first time! The thing is, Ashlynn and Reid met in high school but they lost contact after Reid left town now he is back and they crossed paths again at their best friend’s engagement party years later… and Reid is about to let Ashlynn slip away again. He wants to prove to her that he is the man for her and always has been and that he has had feelings for her since high school. Unfortunately, things are far from perfect when Ashlynn finds herself as a suspect of arson and Reid’s dream job hangs in the balance. Will they be able to overcome this drama and these obstacles and finally find their happily ever after?

Ashlynn is one of a kind. She’s as sassy as they come, a real firecracker. She’s outspoken and stubborn and doesn’t have a problem telling people how she feels and she tends to hold a grudge.

Reid was swoony and such a sweetheart. He’s a hard worker. Even though Reid moved around a lot, he has always felt like Sweetbriar Ridge was his home and now he is back he has a plan to climb the ladder at the fire station of Sweetbriar Ridge.

All in all, this book was fantastic! The connection and chemistry between Reid and Ashlynn was undeniable. I really liked these two! They were both very relatable characters with very relatable problems that they had to overcome. This love story had a bit of everything… drama, emotion, love and humour. I was laughing throughout the book! Absolutely loved it!

5 STARS!

I LOVE small town romances, and this one did not disappoint. Throw in a little bit of drama in the form of a fire and gossip and Ashlynn has got herself into quite the predicament. Reid, the new firefighter in town, and Ashlynn's new boyfriend, tries to do what is best, but at the ill advice of his friend, it doesn't turn out as he hoped. Some of the things that didn't really make sense to me in this book is the basis of Ashlynn's relationship issues. I feel like we didn't get a well rounded explanation of her parents divorce, and the whole time, I thought her parents recently got divorced, but later in the book, it said that they did when Ashlyn was 5... I didn't understand why some of the sisters were still taking it so hard, especially since they were adults now and had a better understanding of how relationships work, and had the opportunity to get therapy for their issues. I am glad that there was some reconnection with their dad, so they were no longer estranged. #TeasingYou #NetGalley

4 Star Review of Teasing You (The Donovans: Sweetbriar Ridge #2) by Samantha Chase

eBook/Audio:
This is Ashlynn Donovan and firefighter Reid Baylor‘s story and it was a good addition to the series. I had a hard time relating to Ashlynn, she seemed so immature and was not easy to like for a part of this book, but she grew on me.
For Reid, Ashlynn was the one who got away but for her he was the man who humiliated her in high school. He had his work cut out for him in convincing her to give him a chance.
Ashlynn’s life is spiralling out of control after losing her job. Now she is suspected of burning down her old workplace and this creates complications for Reid since he is the newest addition to Sweetbriar Ridge’s fire department.
Can Reid help Ashlynn prove her innocence or will it destroy his career in the t. process? Once click and find out.
Carly Robbins narrates Teasing you and did a good job. However, I would love it a man narrated the male characters. She brought the angst, romance, drama and passion to the characters and did justice to the story that Ms. Chase wove. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Thanks to @netgalley and to Dreamscap Media for the chance to review Teasing You by Samantha Chase, narrated by Carly Robins. I am a huge fan of Samantha Chase's books, and this one did not disappoint! This was a small town, second-chance romance between firefighter Reid and small-town Sweetbriar Ridge girl Ashlynn. Ashlynn's life is a bit messy at the moment, with the loss of a job and being suspected for arson at her former employer's hair salon. A firefighter and suspected arsonist? Reid's future is on the line if he sticks with Ashlynn.

It seemed like the relationship between Reid and Ashlynn happened very quickly. There was some spice, but it was mostly sweet.

Carly Robins did an excellent job narrating the dual POVs!

If you enjoy reading about love in small towns and second chances, then this book is perfect for you. Ashlynn and Reid have known each other since they were in school, but Reid moved away and has now returned. I don't want to spoil the story for you, but I enjoyed how they reconnected and got a second chance at love. The narrator did an excellent job on the audiobook, and I loved the story. This is my second time listening to an audiobook by Samantha Chase, and I can't wait for the next one. The story is cute and heartwarming, and I highly recommend it.

Loved this title. It wasn't the strongest enemies to lovers trope, but I enjoyed the second chances aspects of it. It was good to read about a small community and I'd love to visit the coffee shop and try a brownie! I see lots of opportunity for spin-offs and look forward to more!

Book 2 in the The Donovans: Sweetbriar Ridge #2 series. Would work as a stand alone, but recommend reading other books in the connected series.

I really enjoyed the beginning of this one. I liked both Ashlynn and Reid, as well as their relationship. Then the fire happened and the plot got utterly ridiculous. The basics of the plot are feasible, but the details are not. I don't want to go into details due to spoilers, but if this were the real world, there would be dozens of lawsuits. It is just so very wrong.

Needless to say, what started off great quickly fell apart for me. I understand I am reading fiction and I always suspend belief when things are plausible, even if unlikely. These facts were not plausible. Anyone who has watched an episode of Dateline should recognize this.

Carly Robins narrates the audiobook and does good as usual.

I received an advance audio copy in exchange for an honest review.

I listened to this duel POV book on audio. The single narrator did throw me off at times especially if I stopped mid chapter and started up again. The story itself is a stand alone, I did not read the first book in the series and I don’t think it impacted my understanding of the story.

This story follows Ashlynn and Reid. Ashlynn is fired from her job at the local hair salon after she was rude to a customer and Reid is back pursuing a career in fire fighting - the growing town presents more opportunity for him than his old station. I did have trouble connecting with the FMC after she was fired because while in the after math she wasn’t treated fairly, she was in the wrong at the time of the firing. When the salon burns down, Ashlynn is accused by the salon owner. And given Reid’s career, he’s forced to make a decision between Ashlynn and his job. The real truth behind the fire is clear from the beginning so there’s no real surprise reveal to it’s origin - I was hoping that the clues were so obvious that I would be wrong and surprised. Ashlynn and Reid’s relationship is pretty insta-love considering their not great relationship in the past. Spice in this story is limited to kissing and description of foreplay but fade to black after that.

Filled with second chances and overcoming obstacles, this addition to the Sweetbriar Ridge series is another great audiobook from Samantha Chase. Ashlynn and Reid are an unlikely pair that might have huge hurdles to overcome but with every step they take the true meaning of love shines through. With wonderful characters and a storyline that will tug on your anxiety as well as your heartstrings, this will be an audiobook that will end with a smile on your face.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for an advanced audio of this book.

We’re dropped into the story when our heroine, Ashlynn, has just turned her client’s hair blue. She’s immediately fired, and her “bad blood” with her former boss and workplace leads her to be the prime suspect of arson at said hair salon. Her past flame, Reid, returns to town when a spot on the firefighting squad opens up. She’s not too happy to see him, especially when he ends up moving into her apartment building…to the apartment directly above her. They start dating again, and while they both think that her committing arson is bogus and would never happen, Reid dedication to his new position is called into question, and here lies our third act conflict.

I didn’t feel strongly about either character. Ashlynn has a backbone and sticks up for herself, and she’s a bit snarky. I do LOVE her family though, and would continue on in the series to read their stories. Reid was fine, but I honestly wouldn’t be able to describe him at all.

The narrator, Carly Robbins, did an excellent job as always. She’s so easy to listen to, even her male voices. I will say that I would have preferred this so much more if there had also been a male narrator.

I received this audiobook through Netgalley for my honest opinion.

I listened to the audiobook Teasing You by Samantha Chase and I really enjoyed the narration. I thought the narrator did a good job with changing her tone for each character and she didn't sound monotone, especially for the male characters. I was able to understand her words and she spoke very clearly. She did a great job!

Teasing You by Samantha Chase was a really cute book. I was able to finish it in one day, if interested me and grabbed my attention that much. This book is about Ashlynn Donovan and Reid Baylor. These two were once classmates until Reid moved away. Years later, Reid returns as a firefighter, just as Ashlynn loses her job and is upset. Remembering how Reid embarrassed her years ago, Ashlynn is weary of him, but as time goes on they prove that they can be friends and move on to being in a relationship. However, when Ashlynn is blamed for setting her former employers business on fire, things begin to get complicated and both of them have to look at the issues that lie between them and within themselves.

I did think this was a very cute book. I loved the family dynamics among the Donovan family. Ashlynn's older sister, brother and twin were all great and I loved how they helped her but they also made sure to call her out when she was wrong. I liked Ashlynn because in a way, she reminded me of myself. She is quick to get angry and takes things to heart. She has abandonment issues and I liked that she didn't immediately cave and go see Reid when he left her and just text her. I liked Reid at the beginning and at the end but not in the middle. I felt like he should have been up front with Ashlynn and told her what was going through his head instead of keeping it bottled up and leaving. I did like their relationship and I really enjoyed listening to the epilogue and hearing how they got there happily ever after.

Overall, I would recommend. It's a pretty clean book, there is cursing, but there isn't a ton of spice.

Goodreads Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6345956298

I was really surprised at how entertaining this title was. I liked the narrator so much. She did a great job convincing me of each character’s role. I was invested in the story right away. I look forward to the other books in the series. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.