Really great book. Sorry it took me so long to get round to reading but so glad I did now! Would recommend to anyone!

I absolutely adored that there was not a third act breakup! The maturity of the characters was refreshing and as a trauma survivor, reading healthy safe behavior was everything I needed.

Laura Moher continues to excel at writing realistic adult characters dealing with tough situations. I admire that she handles sensitive issues with respect and thorough exploration; it isn't just a plot device.

Andi's history and trauma involving domestic violence is hard to read at times, and the dual-POV writing does such a good job of exploring her conflicting feelings about getting involved with Kevin. It is also helpful to have Kevin's perspective to show his sincerity and drive home what a sweet "golden retriever hero" he is. It is also refreshing to have a leading man who is a bit of a wallflower. His exploration of what he likes and is interested in was a lot of fun!

Andi and Kevin have solid communication, even through their doubts and fears, and their chemistry and growth are fabulous. I'm looking forward to more from Laura Moher!

Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for providing an eARC for review.

I love the plus-size representation with Andi. It felt like I was walking into a story with so many different characters that it was intimidating. It had an extremely sexy vibe, but it didn't keep my interest.

I wasn’t into it. I just do t think it was the book for me. I’m sure others might enjoy it but I was bored at 20% in. Maybe I’ll pick it back up someday but probably not. Dnf.

4.75 ⭐️

Out of the whole series this is my favorite one!
I listened to this in one sitting. Although I guessed one thing that happened pretty quick, it still was really good and almost a 5⭐️

I listened mainly to the audio, but also had the ebook.

It was great to be back in Galway.
Andi was a bit hard to connect with, because she didn't think herself only relied on her grandmothers way of thinking.
I can understand the impact everything that happened in her past had, but I think she could have reacted differently.
Then there would have been more growth for her.
Kevin is a great character and he had great growth througout the book.
The narrators did a good job, but are the same as for book 1 and 2 while they voice different characters.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

It took a few chapters for me to really connect with this book. but after that I really enjoyed it!

This one unfortunately just didn’t do it for me :( it felt like Andi treated Kevin very well and ran him around so much. Also the book was advertised as a cute small town romance and it didn’t live up to that vibe for me. I DNF’d about 75%

I loved every page of this book!!

Kevin is the most cinnamony cinnamon roll MMC and I admire the writing wherein it's very clear yet sweetly described about how even girls do good guy a number on their mental health.

Andrea 🥹🥹 she is such a strong and absolute beauty in and out
I admire her courage, witty nature and compassion.

The chemistry between kevin and Andrea is extremely hot,the most realistic and the true definition of 'if both works.....it works!'

The writing, the setting and the quirks makes this book a cherished read.

Thank you Netgalley for giving me an opportunity to read this masterpiece

Unfortunately, I had to put Hard to Get down at around 10%. While the premise sounded really promising, I found it difficult to connect with the flow of the story early on. Sometimes it's just a case of timing or personal reading preference, and I truly believe that many readers will find much to enjoy here. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to preview this title, and I look forward to seeing what Laura Moher writes next.

I think I love Kevin, his previous fiance left him because he was “vanilla” but he just loves hard and wants to take care of the people close to him. Andi’s resistance to relationships has her not fully committing to Kevin, during herpregnancy she’s trying very hard to not give him control. I applaud the author for the way they wrote DV, with care and sensitivity. The portrayal of DV and how it has affected Andi’s personal life and her work in a center for women survivors, is evident in her big trust issues with men just waiting for the other shoe to drop. A great read but check the TW.

loved this romance and finding love and remembering love before the one. love the friends and the chemistry between the couple was on fire and loved the banter.

A small town, dual POV, romance that turns a one night stand into an accidental pregnancy romance featuring a plus size FMC and a swoony male lead. This was fun, emotional and heartfelt and a great (possible) end to the Galway series. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital and audio copy in exchange for my honest review!

3.25 stars

This was a sweet story with both maon characters overcoming their own baggage to come together. At times it did drag a bit but i appreciated the emotional journey they go through to be with each.
It was a sweet story.

Let me first say how much I loved the first two books in this series as a preamble to saying the third fell, well, a teensy flat. I didn’t dislike it, it’s not possible to dislike Moher’s ethos, fine, smooth prose, and humour, but it lacked the oomph of the first two (there’s reviewer’s sophistication for you, “oomph”).

To the blurbish details for the premise and rudimentary plot before thinking about the wherefores further:

Andi Salazar’s hard work at the local women’s shelter makes a big difference in her small town, but at the end of a long day, Andi can’t wait to blow off some steam as her sexy, voluptuous bombshell singer persona. Andi burns down the stage with her fiery spirit, catching the eyes of Galway High’s popular new math teacher, Kevin Mahoney.

After his ex dubbed him as too “vanilla”, Kevin’s on a mission to find the real version of himself. One look at Andi and he nearly bursts into flame. After colliding in the hallway, their chemistry leads to a hot, sweet hookup that leaves him wanting more. But when their work brings them together again, Andi and Kevin can’t stay apart for long. Kevin is the first man Andi feels like she can trust, and conversation with Andi makes Kevin truly enjoy opening up to her.

Although friendship may be safer, romance could be everything and more, especially when an unexpected variable changes their lives in the best way possible.

Andi’s socalled “bombshell persona” shows up at the book’s start and end, but it doesn’t dominate the way the blurb suggests. Instead, it serves to bring this serious, focussed women’s shelter director together with the new, loveable math teacher. After the initial encounter, which ends in a one-night stand, the protagonists are apart for weeks and weeks. Albeit, in keeping with his genuinely nice-guy personality and monogamous ethos, Kevin tries: he sends flowers, asks Andi out to dinner and she refuses. He’s respectful and considerate no matter how much he wants to get to know her.

And that’s what’s important for Moher to establish: her protagonists’ obstacles are internal and stemming from childhood experiences, but in essence, what the reader understands is that Kevin is exactly the man for Andi. Again, this makes sense, given what Moher has established in her characters and their backstories. Andi’s childhood, her grandmother who brought her up and mother, lived domestic violence; this also formed the basis of Andi’s vocation. Kevin is mortified to be as “vanilla” as his fiancée-dumped ass can be. He’s soooooooo nice, gentle, easy-going, there’s not much to get to know, not for Andi and certainly not for the reader. Andi has to find a way to trust and Kevin needs to find a way to assert and deal with disagreement, especially in light of his overbearing but incredibly loving family. In effect, given Kevin’s personality and Andi’s family tragedies, there is no way Moher could have established a deep conflict or classic romance betrayal between Kevin and Andi. It makes sense, it just didn’t make for terribly interesting romance, not if you’re looking for high-stakes.

In the end, the problem with Hard to Get isn’t that it’s flawed or uninteresting, it’s that it doesn’t match the greatness of Curves for Days or What She’s Having. I enjoyed it, I cared about Kevin and Andi and I loved seeing our previous couples make subtle, loving appearances here and there. And I will continue to read Moher, wherever she may go next.

Laura Moher’s Hard to Get is published by Sourcebooks Casablanca and released on March 11. I received an e-galley, from Sourcebooks Casablanca, via Netgalley. The above is my honest, AI-free opinion.

Laura Moher's "Hard to Get" completely blew me away. I was absolutely hooked from the first page and couldn't put it down until I reached the stunning conclusion. This book is a true gem and easily earns a full five stars.
The story is incredibly compelling, drawing you into the characters' lives and intricate relationships. What struck me most profoundly about "Hard to Get" was its insightful portrayal of the survivors of domestic violence. Moher masterfully depicts the often-unseen mental hardship these individuals endure and the lasting effects such trauma can have on every aspect of their lives. While the direct experience of the violence might be presented somewhat indirectly, the book illuminates the emotional and psychological landscape of those who have lived through it. This nuanced exploration added a layer of depth and emotional resonance that truly elevated the entire reading experience.
The characters in "Hard to Get" are well-developed and relatable. Their struggles, resilience, and journeys towards healing felt incredibly authentic. Moher has a real gift for creating characters that stay with you long after you've finished the book. The story's pacing is perfect, keeping you engaged and invested without feeling rushed.
Moher's writing is simply captivating. She has a way with words that draws you in and makes you feel deeply connected to the story and the characters. The emotional impact of "Hard to Get" is significant, prompting reflection on important issues with sensitivity and grace.
Overall, "Hard to Get" is an exceptional book I would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking for a powerful, thought-provoking, and ultimately moving read. It's a story that stays with you, offering a valuable, albeit somewhat second-hand, glimpse into the strength and resilience of those who have survived domestic violence and the profound mental and emotional scars it can leave behind. This is a must-read!

This is a third in a series, each couple loves fiercely, and although Kevin and Andi have an explosive start they find a way to their individual and very special HEA.

A story that has two people working at finding themselves. Andi Salazar works at a women's shelter during the day, but most of her time is taken up by the shelter and the people she looks to help. The few times she gets to let her hair down is when she can sing with the local band. This one night filling in for the local singer she does her normal perforce and catches the eye of Kevin Mahoney, new to town and the local high school math teacher. Their chemistry is off the charts and they spend the night together. The problem comes when Kevin wants more but Andi says no. She is conflicted though because part of her wants him to continue to flirt and pursue her, but her words tell him to back off, which only confuses him. There are many good scenes in this book as well as excellent characters to move the story along, which overall is a very good book and worth the read.

Thank you so much to Sourcebooks Casablanca for the earc, all opinions are my own.

We start out book 3 in the Big Love from Galway series to Andi (manager of the women’s shelter) and new to town Kevin meeting at an event that Andi is singing at. After a whirlwind encounter in the bar hallway, they end up having a one night stand. Kevin tries to pursue a relationship while Andi just remembers the trauma her previous generations suffered at the hands of men. Once she discovers the condoms failed and she’s pregnant, she has to come to terms with trusting a man. Full of hard topics, and lots of tears, this surprised me and was easily my favorite of the series.