Loved this. I am always a sucker for a good enemies to lovers book so had a really good time with this.

This was a cute beachy book, however for me it took me a long time to read as I couldn't connect with the caracters. I really wanted to enjoy it. It just didn't read the way I expected it to. I am giving it three stars though because I thought the hot sauce in the eggs was hysterical.

The story features likable characters, with an easy-to-follow plot that balances sweet moments and light tension. While the romance is cute and the setting picturesque, it can feel a bit predictable at times. The writing is engaging and perfect for fans of small-town romance, though it doesn’t dive deeply into any emotional complexities. Overall, it's an enjoyable read for those looking for a relaxing, feel-good story.

I received an arc of this title from NetGalley for an honest review. I couldn't connect with the characters and dnf'd it.

Resorting to Romance is a delightful and heartwarming read that blends family dynamics, romance, and personal growth in a charming setting. Loni's journey from heartbreak to self-discovery is relatable and full of emotional depth, while the chemistry between her and Ian is undeniable and filled with fun tension. The Southern hospitality and small-town atmosphere add a unique charm to the story, making the setting feel like another character. The family relationships are heartwarming, and the humor sprinkled throughout keeps things lighthearted. While the conflict surrounding Loni's loyalties is compelling, the true heart of the story lies in Loni’s transformation. A sweet, engaging romance that will leave readers smiling.

I absolutely enjoyed reading this book. The characters are well written and very loveable and this is a very lovely read. The story kept me hooked to the pages. This is my first Jennifer Shirk read and definitely won't be the last.

I really loved this book!! Loni basically starts out losing almost everything. She takes a vacation to her hometown in North Carolina (I’m a native of the state and was excited to see this!). While she’s there she starts off wanting to make Ian’s life miserable. The longer she’s there she really learns so much about herself. The character growth I thought was phenomenal. All the things she thought mattered, really don’t. She figures this out and learns what does matter and is ultimately so much happier. I love a dual POV so we know everything Ian is thinking as well. He’s not much for relationships. Given his parent’s relationship, it’s understandable but he’s closed himself off just as much as Loni only in different ways. His character growth is also amazing! I honestly enjoyed every second of this book!!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book that I received from the publisher.

This is a good book. It will be one you do not want to put down. The two main characters are Loni and Ian. Loni is a lawyer in LA, she is asked to take a vacation for a little while, while an investigation is going on. Ian is a developer who has befriended Loni’s father. Loni’s father ask Ian to go to North Carolina and check out the family’s inn. Loni comes back home to help her sisters run the inn. The sisters find out about Ian coming and make his life miserable. There are lots of secrets coming out. There is an instant attraction. Loni and Ian fall in love.

This was a field of romance. I enjoyed the coziness of it, and it just made me want to sit down on the beach and read a book. The author created a really well developed female character and I enjoyed her story in the book. I also just enjoyed the cast of characters and how they each brought something to the plot. All of the storylines in this book, kind of converge in a way that added to the story, but also set a line up for further bucks that could be interconnected and I cannot wait to see what happens next.

I enjoyed this book - it felt like a perfect beach or summer read. I loved the premise - sisters trying to keep the family resort running.

This book is heartwarming and motional and relatable- There are also a few good twists I didn’t see coming. I loved the sassy and witty banter how the sisters had to work together!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy of the book in exchange of an honest review.

Una comedia romántica de esas que da gusto leer en vacaciones, una lástima que yo la leí entre días de trabajo jajaj, pero al menos me sirvió para distraerme.

La historia es rápida y agradable de leer, los personajes son interesantes. El enemies to lovers tiene un inicio novedoso a mi parecer. Aunque el final me resultó predecible, no me molestó para nada, ya que creo que cuando comienzas a leer una comedia romántica (o ver una película de este género), no es que esperes algo sumamente nuevo y nunca antes visto; más bien lo que se desea es pasar un buen rato, enamorarse de los protagonistas, reír y sufrir con ellos, para al final obtener un final feliz.

Me gustó que el romance girara en torno a la posible venta o conservación del resort familiar y balneario principal de un pueblito costero muy residencial. Los dueños son un padre de familia, recientemente enviudado, y sus tres bellas hijas. La historia se centra en Loni, la hija de en medio, quien luego de la muerte de su madre se muda lejos para trabajar en una firma de abogados, esperando ser contratada como socia prontamente.

Sin embargo, por motivos poco agradables, decide volver unas semanas a su pueblo natal y reencontrarse con sus hermanas y su amado resort. Aunque grande es su sorpresa al descubrir que su padre quiere vender el lugar (que es el mayor recuerdo de su madre fallecida), y envía para ello a un ejecutivo a evaluar el lugar para comprarlo para la empresa para la que trabaja.

Loni conoce a este visitante y no puede evitar demostrarle "el encanto sureño" de la forma más molesta posible. Aunque poco a poco, su relación irá evolucionando a medida que se conozcan más y pongan en perspectiva sus metas y objetivos.

Lo recomiendo!

The Predator

What would you do to save a family legacy?

This is the story of three sisters who fight to keep the family resort, and their mother’s memory alive when their father decides to sell it to pay for his second wedding. The sisters see the developer as the enemy and try everything to block the sale. The MFC, Apollonia, is also fighting to keep her job back home and tries to solve a few shady mysteries at the same time. There are some good twists in the story.
There is swearing in the book, and sex. It is a fast-paced read but a full-length novel.

I think this is the perfect vacation read. It's lightweight, pulls a bit at your emotions, but overall makes you feel good. The book reminds you what family is and how the barriers you hold can push people further away.

Title: Resorting to Romance

Author: Jennifer Shirk

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Favourite Quote: “Loni licked her unpainted lips and he wanted to kick himself for being immediately drawn into staring at them. “We have a baked apple pie oatmeal, s’mores pancakes, and a delicious veggie bomber omelet.” “Any cheese in the omelet?” he asked. “This is the south, honey,” Loni said with a roll of her eyes. “We put cheese in anything edible.” He handed her the menu. “I’ll have the veggie omelet—hold the cheese then.” Loni placed a hand over her heart. “You monster,” she breathed in mock shock.”

Thoughts in 3:
- The southern bell charm, the witty comebacks, the swooning… honestly the perfect summer read!
- I loved the sisters working together to fight back against the development, it had such a cosy family vibe to it
- Loni and Ian was of course what we were all expecting, but the journey is so much fun to get there, with some surprises and mysteries along the way!

Recommend to:
Anyone looking for an easy and heartwarming closed door summer romance with cheeky dialogue and innuendos and a dose of sisterly love.

Thank you so much to @instabooktours, @netgalley and @jennifershirkauthor for a copy of this book to take part in the tour, it was such a treat to read!

What a fun little story! Entangled publish such cute little rom coms, and this was another fun way to spend an afternoon.

This is a lovely easy to read small town, enemies to lovers romance.

I liked the 3 sisters and enjoyed their closeness and interactions. However, as the book goes on we start to see some strain as secrets start to emerge and family dynamics change.

I didn't really like the pranks that were played on Ian but he took them well. I wasn't sure about him at first but when we find out his background it becomes clear.

Wirh the book is set in a small town in North Carolina I enjoyed the community spirit and lifestyle vibes that shone through. The location sounds amazing. There is also great range of characters which add to the storyline.

A lovely beach read with family drama, romance, fun and community spirit.

This gives off The Parent Trap vibes except these are adults and their ‘victim’ is almost family. I couldn’t stop laughing at the various antics in the book.

Resorting to Romance is the story of Ian, a developer, who wants to buy Loni’s family hotel, except she is not giving in without a fight.

This celebrates family, friendship, sisterhood and love. It shows that family isn’t just blood but about what is in the heart.

I loved the relationship between the sisters and how the author made both them and their family dynamics as real as possible.

I love the slow burn relationship between Ian and Loni and how the author took time to make their relationship mature.

Small towns are usually my favourites and Sunny Banks didn’t disappoint. I love the residents and their stories and relationships. I am hoping the sisters too get their stories.

If you love family drama mixed with small town romance and a dash of slow burn with some funny antics then you should read this.

This is a perfect summer beach read. Giving hallmark movie romcom vibes. It’s was a really easy read packing was slower than what I normally would choose but I still greatly enjoyed it because it gave more depth and time for side stories. This is a wonderful story about a small town girl who moved to the big city to become a big city lawyer with her fiance and when it all starts unraveling she moves back home to save her family resort. It includes some complicated family drama and really interesting side stories, while focusing on second chances and of course love!

this was sadly not my cup of tea and i had to dnf around 30% in. it could definitely be the fact that i did not read it in the right season/mindset, as it gives very summery vibes and we’re currently entering fall

A quick, easy-reading summer rom com, if you’re looking for a decent beach read then definitely pick this up. I enjoyed that it had a little bit of a different twist on the usual romcoms I read. It is set in the south of the US so I felt like I missed some of the cultural references but I did enjoy reading this. I would compare it to a Jenny Colgan style book, closed door rom com, easy reading, would recommend to others but I wouldn’t race to reread it.