This was fun but I wish it was a bit longer. I just wanted to see them do more cute stuff together.

I received an arc through netgalley.

Serena Bell’s ‘Some Like It Hott’ is another fun and sexy romantic comedy from her Hott Springs Eternal series.

This novel includes the following tropes:

• Opposites attract
• Grumpy vs. sunshine
• Small-town romance
• Found family

In this installment, we’re treated to a classic opposites-attract, grumpy/sunshine dynamic between Preston, a workaholic investment banker, and Natalie, the “underachieving” but brilliant activity coordinator and people person.

Once again, Grandfather Hott disrupts one of the Hott brothers’ lives through his will. To fulfill his obligations, Preston Hott is forced to temporarily relocate from New York—jeopardizing his career—and work closely with Hott Springs’ newest employee, Natalie. With two hot(t)-tempered personalities, sparks inevitably fly.

I recommend ‘Some Like It Hott’ to readers who love a well-written, feel-good small-town romance with plenty of heat and heart.

3,5⭐️

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

What happens when a fun loving woman crosses paths with a serious grump? Fireworks! Natalie Archer is the reigning queen of fun. She’s just accepted a position at Hott Springs Eternal is a new activities coordinator. This is her dream job, but when she’s forced to work with Preston Hott in order for him to comply with the stipulations of his grandfather’s will, she finds it’s more than she’s bargained for.

Much like the first book in the series, this is a fun, angst free novel with lots of spice. I appreciate that Ms. Bell creates well round characters who openly communicate with each other. Let’s face it the old miscommunication trope is tired.

I loved watching Natalie and Preston especially let their guards down. The way their relationship unfolded was lovely. Preston has a major character growth as he begins to discover what truly matters in his life. I appreciate that he and Natalie really talked about their concerns regarding his return to NY. They bring out the best in each other. The grand gesture was pretty epic, I will say.

Having read the excerpt for Rhys’s book next, I can’t wait to see what’s in store for him.

Third in a series focused on a family in Rush Creek who have fulfilled their grandfather’s wacky willed wishes, this story centers around Preston, an investment banker in NYC. Once a previous brother carried out his grandfather’s unusual request from the grave, Preston finds out it is his turn, and he is called back to Rush Creek to line up fun-filled activities with the activities coordinator of Hott Springs Resort, Natalie. Natalie Archer is known for fun and little by little, she pulls Preston out of his stodgy shell and into the spirit of the will’s intended purpose.

I really enjoy Serena Bell’s Hott novels - they’re an ensemble cast of family and friends who get along, ridiculous grandfather demands from the grave, chemistry with their main character and decent storytelling. It is a quick read, and there are more novels to come within the series. I do feel like the beginning was rushed and it stood out to me, it was almost as if it was quickly trying to get through the introduction and onto the romance - but it ironed itself out eventually. I definitely recommend this novel as a fun escapist read, and I suggest reading them all to get the full scope of the town of Rush Creek and the Hott family.

But - the cover? All the covers need serious help.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC.

Natalie & Preston ❤️

🎈Event co-ordinator Natalie thrilled with her new job at Hott Springs Eternal resort, but when she goes to tell her boyfriend, she finds him canoodling with his colleague.

🎈Preston’s late grandfather’s attorney catches up with him and he finds out the condition of the will is that he must come home and set to the events for his sister’s business.

🎈When Natalie’s brand of charming fun meets the serious, recently divorced, New York finance guy, he couldn’t be less thrilled.

📚This is the third book in the series and while the books are probably best read in order, I think they can be read as standalones. What I liked the most about this story is the way that Preston and Natalie saw each other and what made each tick. The story gets steamy quickly, but it’s a light read despite the emotion coming out from both.

I just became a fan of Serena Bell! This book, even though it is number 3 in a series, was enjoyable as a standalone for me. I liked the witty banter and dialogue. The characters so entertained me. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Preston is the next of the Hott brouthers to have to satisfy his late grandfather's wishes. He, a staid workaholic in NYC, has to help with Hot Springs Eternal's fun adn recreation department. To do that he has to work with his sister's latest hire, Natalie., who loves nothing more than having fun and having others do the same. Watching these two work together both professionally and eventually personally is lots of fun for those of us readers!! This is a fast read with some very spicy scenes, but nothing feels rushed.

Now, how long till Rhys????!

I love these types of stories where there's high stakes to accomplish a silly goal. In this one, it is partnering up for a work goal, but I'll leave out any spoilers. It was so well done, and the character growth of the main characters was so real and likable. It was a fast and absolutely sweet romance with really good spicy scenes. The chemistry unbelievably good, sparking off the pages. only took me about 2 to 2.5 hours to read, but nothing felt short or rushed. Just cute and sweet and so much fun. I recommend if you want a quick romance with some fun themes and some spice. I can't wait to read Rhys's story next!