I received a copy of hard to get on NetGalley for an honest review.
I enjoyed some parts of this book, but I also hated a lot of parts in this book. The weird third person narration absolutely hated. I also did not enjoy the fact that it bounced to random points of view like yes I understand that maybe us getting a point of view in grannies or her sister and then that random one of Ben’s mother was beneficial, but at the same time, I don’t necessarily think it was it was kind of confusing, annoying. I also felt like Ben was making excuses just to make excuses.
Overall, the book was cute. I would try something else by this author.

This was a cute read. I’d say in terms of cheesy romance, it hit all the marks. Friends to lovers, small town drama, HEA. Some of the parts were dramatic for seemingly no reason but it still works with a small town setting. The strong female lead saved it honestly. The narrator was great and the accent really helped put me into their world.

This sweet, small-town friends-to-lovers romance has all the charm you could ask for—fishing tournaments, flirty banter, and second chances. Mylie’s thriving in Clay Creek, Arkansas, until her childhood best friend Ben returns with plans to sell his family home and leave town… again. I think part of the reason that I loved this book is because I also live in Arkansas!

But sparks fly fast, and old feelings resurface just as quickly. Between Granny’s sass, little sister chaos, and the town gossip mill, this cozy rom-com hits all the right notes.

Perfect for fans of Jill Shalvis, Sarah Adams, and books that feel like a warm hug. 4.5/5 stars!

Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Audio for the ALC.

This was a quick and cute spring romance read. The narrator Amanda Stribling did a good job with the narration. I had a hard time connecting to the main characters, but I loved the small town setting. Not a lot of meat to the story, but still a fun read (listen).

I received an ALC for my honest review!

This book was a super sweet, small town, friends-to-lovers that had me from the start. I’m not usually a third person POV, but I loved it. Seeing more than just Mylie and Ben’s feelings about everything gave so much more to the story.

The outside issue going on,m with Robbie was done so well, and it was worked well into the story. Ben’s struggle was really the focus of the book, and I appreciated that. Mylie knew what she wanted and knew where she wanted her life to be. Watching Ben finally open his eyes to what he was missing was refreshing.

This novel was a super sweet read and I loved the small town vibes of it all!

"Spring Fling" is a second-chance romance about two childhood best friends reuniting after ten years apart. They've both always viewed the other as "the one that got away," without ever confessing it to each other.

The problem is, Ben will only be in town long enough to sell his family's home, now that his mother is gone, and Mylie has no interest in ever leaving their small town. She has a business to run and a teenaged sister to help raise.

But rather than passing by on the opportunity to figure out if they could have been good together, they decide to give their relationship a try, even though they both know it has an expiration date. The question is, what happens after that?

If you enjoy friends-to-lovers romances, this is a good one to try out next!

Thank you to Annie England Noblin, HarperAudio, and NetGalley for an advance review copy.

*I was given an advanced listener copy of this audiobook in exchange for my honest review*

This is a second-chance romance set in a small town involving childhood best friends who lost touch after highschool. I would consider this a good mix of plot movement and character focus with a good set of side characters to add to the story. Writing style is middle of the road - easy to understand with my biggest issues revolving around the romantic scenes. I really loved the community of people and found most of their antics quite funny and endearing. My issue with this story (which ultimately led to the lower rating) as a whole is how it left me feeling rather bored. Miley and Ben's relationship was overall not that interesting. The romantic scenes left much to be desired and were not well written. The conflict resolution was probably the best part of the entire story. However, it was very rushed and expressed in so few pages/minutes I blinked and it was finished.

I appreciate the opportunity the publisher/author gave me to review this book and will certainly pick up another book by this author - mainly because I think everyone needs to have another chance :)

Sweet and funny. There was certain parts I actually laughed out loud and looked like a crazy person with my head phones on.

Simple rom com with a little bit of spice and a little bit of thrill.

I really enjoyed the relationships with Miley and Casey and Gran. The loyalty of a small town.

This was cute but not my cup of tea. So many dialogue tags pulled me out of the story often. Also, I was bored until the end and then let down by the ending. I also felt like the subplot was non existent until the tournament which made the romance parts feel rushed and not really make sense. I didn’t really care for the characters either. The grandma was the best part!

Thanks HarperAudio for a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

By Annie England Noblin
Narrated by Amanda Stribling

Published March 18,2025

I love a second chance, small town romance, friends to lovers book. Mylie and Ben were so cute and I loved watching them grow. I loved all the glimpses into their past when they were younger from then up to now present day.
Mylie, owner of a tackle shop and Ben who is back in town to sell his grandfathers house meet again. The more time they spend together the more things between them heat up.
I cannot wait to read more by Annie, and have added a bunch of her books to my massive TBR list. The narrator Amanda did a really good job and her voice was so relaxing to listen to.

Thank you NetGalley and HarperAudio Adult for the ALC audiobook. All opinions are my own.

This book encapsulates everything that people love about small-town romances. I love the relationships between the various townspeople and getting a glimpse into someone's real life not just only the conversations they have with their best friends and their love interest. Perfect summer read for people looking for a sweet second chance romcom!

The story was okay. friends to lovers/ second chance just isn't my favorite. Mylie and ben are childhood friends, but he ends up leaving clay creek after graduation and doesn't come back for 10 yrs to sell his grandpas home if it wasn't for his moms dying wish he probably wouldn't have come back. I have to say I loved mylies grandma she was a fun time. I think ben was a little self centered so he rubbed me the wrong way at times.

Mylie grew up in Clay Creek, Arkansas and never left. When she finished school she started up her tackle business and now employed a third of the town’s population. She still lives with her Granny and half-sister. Ben grew up in Clay Creek and left to Chicago as soon as he could, never expecting to come back. Now after his mom’s passing he must go back to clean out and sell the house. Hoping to sneak in and out without having to interact much with the locals, he of course, gets sucked back into life in Clay Creek again including his childhood friend Mylie. Can the two make it work this time or are they destined to want other things?

This audiobook started out strong. I was really hopeful it was going to be a great little listen. Overall it was…okay. I liked the narrators, they both did a great job! The storyline was your typical friends-to-lovers small town romance. The ending was just far-fetched… I know people CAN be terrible, but I just feel like it was drama for the sake of drama and it took away from the story. Also the MCs were relatively immature in terms of communication for 28-29-year-olds.

Thank you to Harper Audio, the author, and NetGalley for a copy of the audiobook!

Spring Fling
By: Annie England Noblin

The vibes:
- strong FMC
- childhood friends to lovers
- second chance romance
- small town + quirky characters
- dual POV

This was a cute small town love story between Mylie & Ben, childhood friends who have always had underlying chemistry & romantic feelings. Ben wanted to get out of their small town and achieve his dreams of becoming a college professor, while Mylie has her grandma and her younger sister who need her. 10 years later, Ben is back in town to sell his childhood home after losing his mom. He fully intends to sell the house and get out, but when he and Mylie reconnect and rediscover their connection, his plans may just change for love!!

I gave it 3 stars because I didn’t connect with Mylie & Ben — cute & sweet characters, I just didn’t click with them so much. The part of the storyline that involves Robbie was also frustrating, it could have been avoided and it seemed to be

The audiobook narrators were good & brought the personality of the characters to life!

Content warnings: brief violence, alcoholism, loss, grief, neglect/abandoned by a parent

Thank you to NetGalley & the author for access to this ARC in return for my honest review!

Spring Fling is a cozy, second-chance friends-to-lovers romance full of small-town charm and heart. Mylie and Ben’s slow-burn reconnection feels natural and sweet, with just the right dash of spice.

Amanda Stribling’s narration brings warmth and personality to every character—perfectly capturing that Southern comfort vibe without overdoing it.

4 stars. A feel-good listen that’s perfect for spring.

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperAudio for the arc.

I really enjoyed this book it's small-town romance and perfect for springtime. I liked the how there are flashbacks to the past between Ben and Mylie. I like the banter between characters and how the story evolves. It kept me entertained the whole time and left me feeling happy. I would definitely recommend this book!

4 stars I enjoyed this book. I like the banter between the characters but did feel like the romance was a little rushed but it was cute none the less.

thank you for the advance copy

Cute easy listen but nothing super special. The narrator did a great job with the different voices and accents. I’m glad I listened to this audiobook!

⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3 stars)

Spring Fling is a charming small-town romantic comedy that follows Mylie Mason, a tackle shop owner in Clay Creek, Arkansas, and her childhood best friend, Ben Lawrence, who returns home after a decade away. As they reconnect amidst the town's annual fishing tournament, old feelings resurface, challenging their perceptions of love and home.

I liked that the novel beautifully captures the charm of small-town life, with vivid descriptions of local traditions and a cast of endearing supporting characters. The plot is engaging, and the interactions among the townsfolk add warmth and depth to the story.

I wasn't really a fan of the central romance between Ben and Mylie felt slightly underwhelming. Their relationship could have benefited from more development to make their connection more compelling. At times, their interactions seemed rushed, leaving me wanting a deeper exploration of their bond.

The audiobook, narrated by Amanda Stribling, was a pleasant experience. Her clear narration and well-paced delivery made it easy to distinguish between characters, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperAudio for providing the ALC in exchange for my honest opinion.

Truly enjoyed this sweet reconnection. Sometimes people need time to grow up and find themselves before they are ready to share their life.