Another hard one to rate so I’m going right down the middle…I am thankful to have gotten the eARC for free from Netgalley and Avon and Harper Voyager so I can leave my voluntary and honest review.

I’ll be honest, I have had this book sitting in my TBR for longer than typical as I started it and just wasn’t engaged and kept putting it down for other books.

However, I finally decided to buckle down and it did get better. It’s a cute story so if you’re looking for a fluffy read, this can be enjoyable and I did like the FMC and her family.

The romance was meh as it was met with too much miscommunication and arguing. But to be honest “insta connections” between partners bother me when they aren’t based on anything substantial or rather unfold with substance.

This is an early digital uncorrected proof so I am not going to be harsh on the errors included in the book. But at this point in the process there shouldn’t be that many in my opinion. Several times names were confused which made it really hard to follow.

The story was very predictable but in the end it’s a fluffy feel good story so it may be just what you need as a cleanser.

My rating system since GoodReads doesn’t have partial stars and I rarely round up.

⭐️ Hated it
⭐️⭐️ Had a lot of trouble, prose issues, really not my cup of tea (potentially DNF’d or thought about it)
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh, it was an ok read but nothing special
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really enjoyed it! Would recommend to others
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding! Will circle back and read again

❀ Spring Fling review ❀
I'm conflicted about how to rate this because I had many problems with it but I also really enjoyed it.

   What I liked ⁀➷
° The small-town vibes in this we're so cute. I absolutely loved the town of Clay Creek and all its residents.

° The supporting characters were amazing and they all have my heart, Cassie, Granny, Jodi, and so many others added so much fun to the story.

° The plot was really engaging and I was able to finish this in a day. I was never bored while reading it.

What I didn't like ⁀➷
° The romance was cute at times but there was a lot of miscommunication and fighting...Ben and Mylie are not really a couple I could see lasting for a long time in the real world.

° I think Ben and Mylie could've been more fleshed out and developed characters.

° I had a few issues with the writing, at one point Mylie says being killed in her own home was not on her 2024 bingo card... what 😭 that's something I say when a celebrity does something exciting, NOT WHEN I FEAR FOR MY LIFE

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Thank you so much for the publisher Avon and Harper Voyager, NetGalley and the author for the arc!

The story has a dual timeline: present-day and then flashbacks of the past. I loved getting a glimpse into Ben and Mylie's younger days. As a reader, you witness the missed chance at love alongside the second shot.

I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a friends-to-lovers rom-com.

This book is a lovely small town romance featuring childhood friends who drift apart when one moves away after high school. Then the one who moved away, moves back for what is supposed to be a short time, and we get to see their love bloom. It has duel timelines (Past and present) and duel POVs. This book is a quick and easy read for anyone who loves friends-to-lovers.

Overall this book is well written and was a joy to read. This book was 4/5 stars for me.

Spring Fling was a fun, flirty, easy-to-read book that left me smiling. Mylie and Ben are adorable and their chemistry throughout the book was spot on. I generally dislike the miscommunication trope, but this one was done fairly well (I say fairly and is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5). So don't let my 4 stars dissuade you - I'm just really not a fan of miscommunication especially when it isn't done well (but this one was done OKish... is that a word?).

The book is great for fans of Sarah Adams or Sarah Ready (all the Sarahs) if you want fun and cute small town romances. The granny is likely my favorite character because she's a "no-sh*ts given" sorta person and I am here for that.

Thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a great read. The characters were well-developed, relatable and the book truly sucked me into the small town where it takes place. It was perfectly funny, sweet, frustrating (in a good way) and an excellent plane/vacation read.

This second chance, small town romance will have you in a chokehold! The author presents this story based on two timelines, then and now. It gives you a glimpse into the past relationship between Ben and Mylie. This story allows you to fall in love with the idea of the couple, giving you hopes of what could have been, and then crushing those hopes. The current timeline lets you regain all those feelings and brings those hopes to life.

I loved this book! It was such a cute second chance small town romance. Granny is my spirit animal and Fat Tony had me cracking up. All the characters were likeable and it was a short and easy read. Thank you so much for the opportunity to read and review this arc.

2⭐️⭐️! Just because this was a 2 star read for me does NOT mean this is a bad book. This was a sweet, small town romance that appeared perfect for fans of Sarah Adams. Mylie and Ben are high school friends who, by chance, are reunited in their small hometown. It’s a fast-paced, quick read, with a dash of spice and plenty of heart melting moments.

I think my 2 star rating stems from problems that are preference based rather than book-based. Please do not let my rating dissuade you! I love a good friends-to-lovers trope, but I struggled to attach to the characters, perhaps due to the quick pace. I found the characters and their conflict a bit young or juvenile, sometimes feeling as though I was reading a young adult novel. The strong “miscommunication trope” throughout the book, which I tend to generally dislike, added to the juvenile feel. Also, be aware this is written in the third person POV, which added to my level of detachment to these characters and their story. I struggled to see myself in this story, but perhaps that says more about me than the book itself!

Despite my own personal preferences, this book is a fun, cozy read that will leave you smiling. Thank you very much to the Annie England Noblin, HarperCollins, and NetGalley for my very first ARC!

I really enjoyed this story! The town was so cozy, and it reminded me of Gilmore Girls in a lot of ways. The townspeople if Clay Creek were so whimsical & fun, and Granny was such an incredible character!

I thought Ben was very charming, and reminded me alot of Ted Mosby from HIMYM. Mylie’s character left a little to be desired, she was very serious, and understandingly, she had to grow up fast raising her baby sister, but Mylie’s character wasn’t as fun and engaging as Ben’s character.

Overall, I enjoyed the characters, but the plot and ending weren’t as solid as the character development of the town, its people and the MMC & FMC.

However, I would definitely read from this author Shaun because the writing was whimsical, the banter was cute and the story had so much charm.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! This was a very pleasant, easy read. I love a friends to lovers trope, especially when it is two people reuniting from childhood. I felt there were a few plot holes but generally enjoyed the read.

Love, love, love this story of Mylie and Ben. It’s so much more than friends-to-lovers. The supporting characters are just as fun and love able. A perfect summer read.

Well hmm. I guess this book was fine. It didn't give off the best friends vibe very strongly and that was disappointing. I mean, they go ten years without seeing each other and it takes them a couple of days to go all the way? I feel like it jumped the gun a little bit. I also didn't get a sense of closeness or feel like I got a really good understanding of their deep love for each other. This also felt like a HUGE miscommunication trope and I hate that. Mylie needs to grow up and own that part of what happened was on her too, not just Ben. I felt bad that she was trying to get him to take the blame for most of whatever happened between them. There were plenty of characters that were written really well. Robbie though.... what was his problem?? The ending made it seem like he'd been out for Mylie's blood for years but they kept writing him off as some typical bully that was just rude to everyone but then he cornered those girls in the house??? That felt a little more serious than just bullying. I don't know.

This is a sweet second chance novel with a cast of lovable characters. For those who liked Gilmore Girls, this it what would happen if you put Stars Hollow in Arkansas and replaced the coffee with moonshine. As I was reading, my rating was much higher but for me things fell apart in the third act. The villain plot in particular went a bit off the rails.

I would absolutely read this author again and would happily recommend this novel for someone looking for a sweet escape. There is a lovable raccoon and sometimes that's really all you need.

I want to thank Avon and Harper Voyager as well as NetGalley for the ARC and the opportunity to leave my honest review on this novel.

2.25 ⭐️: “Spring Fling” by Annie England Noblin is a sweet, small town romance story that was a quick and easy read

I am a sucker for a good friends-to-lovers romance, and this one was just swoonworthy… in the beginning. I loved the glimpses into Ben and Mylie’s childhood together; they made their connection so much better!

Around the 50% mark, the story lost me. I thought a lot of the conflict was external and their relationship seemed only physical.

Honestly, the best part of the story was the relationship between Mylie and Cassie. Everything else fell a little flat.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I thought 'Spring Fling' by Annie England Noblin was an absolutely delightful read that did not disappoint. The story of Ben and Mylie is a classic second-chance romance set in a charming small town, which I always enjoy. The dual timeline, with flashbacks to their younger days, adds depth to their relationship, allowing readers to witness both their missed chance at love and their second shot. The book is filled with wit, small-town charm, and a touch of spice, making it an easy but engaging read. I particularly loved the setting of Clay Creek, Arkansas, and the unique backdrop of Mylie's tackle shop. The ensemble cast of family and local townsfolk adds warmth and depth to the story. The subplot also provides an interesting twist, adding more layers to the narrative. 4/5 stars.

This book by Annie Noblin did not disappoint. I absolutely gobbled this one up. Ben and Mylie are your classic story of second-chance love. I'm a sucker for small-town romances, so I knew I'd enjoy this one.

The story has a dual timeline, present-day and then flashbacks of the past. I loved getting a glimpse into Ben and Mylie's younger days. As a reader, you witness the missed chance at love alongside the second shot.

I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a friends-to-lovers rom-com. It's an easy but delightful read. 3.5 stars, rounding up!

“Did you miss me?”
“Every single day for the last ten years..”

Thank you to the author and publisher, Avon and Harper Voyager, for providing me with an ARC of this book. Spring Fling is filled with wit, small-town charm, and sprinkled with dashes of spice. The publication date is set for 18 March 2025 - be sure to add this one to your TBR!!

Unfortunately this book was just not it. The premise was cute but there was a lack of character development and growth and chemistry. It was hard to understand truly why Mylie wanted to stay in Clay Creek so badly and why Ben wanted to leave. The side characters were entertaining and probably the best part of the book. The plot with Robbie was silly and didn't really seem necessary. Everything moved so quickly and I found myself skipping the chapters that were flashbacks because I didn't super care to read brief flashes of them as kids. I wanted to see them as adults and learn where that was going.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for providing an ebook copy in exchange for an honest review.

Ben and Mylie are your classic story of second chance love told in a small town Hallmark story sort of way. It's a perfect one day ready for Spring or Summer. I enjoyed how a lot of the story is told in flashbacks so the reader is able to get a chance to see the beginning of Ben and Mylie before Ben returns and they try and rekindle what was once lost.

This wasn't my most favorite love story of all time but it was an enjoyable read nonetheless.

This book was so cute! Like many books, the start of it I spent trying to figure out the character development during an intense scene. Three chapters is I kept wanting to get to the next chapter! It’s the perfect friends to lovers/ small town trope with a touch of danger. I would totally recommend this book!