3⭐️ for Calder and Dakota 👏👏

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this book early.

Calder lives on a mountain with his brothers and loves to make furniture and carry his cat around in a baby carrier. Dakota owns The Tee Shirt Shop and loves to make Calder’s life miserable. After a chance encounter at a sex club, being forced to be roommates at Calder’s brothers wedding, and finally succumbing to some deep seated attraction, the two of them agree on a “friends with benefits” relationship.

Okay.. listen.. I love a grumpy man, and I also love a grumpy woman.. but these two?? They weren’t grumpy with each other, they were just down right mean and hostile and I don’t quite know how I felt about that. From the moment Calder straight up calls Dakota a bitch (didn’t like that) to the end when Dakota is yelling at him about HER ex husband.
The only time they were able to properly communicate with one another was when dealing with sex, otherwise Dakota (it seemed purposely) misunderstood everything Calder said to her.

Overall, the story was fine, I’ll probably continue on with book three, but only to finish out the series.

Just as good as book one, it is completely unpredictable and the characters are unhinged, especially the male main character. This book is all about second chances and love. It is also about self worth and confidence. Also just as good as book one it was a nice easy read. This one is about a recently divorcee woman named Dakota. The male main character named Calder and Dakota are put together by both attending a small town wedding. She still holds a strong grudge against him 7 years later and he didn’t seem to care for her either, after something had happened between the two of them. This fun vacation brings these two close and then they start becoming friends with benefits. This causes intense tension between them, this builds hard tasks between the two of them and how they are able to build a future together. It may not be one I re read but it was fun and worth my time.

Seven years ago, Dakota nearly extinguished Calder’s love for home renovations—and they've been enemies since. But as fate would have it, she’s also the best friend of his soon-to-be sister-in-law, making her impossible to avoid. Cue Calder’s niece: a shameless romantic and enthusiastic meddler. She’s convinced that Calder and Dakota are meant for each other, and in a move worthy of rom-com legend, she orchestrates a shared room situation for the upcoming wedding that somehow works out. At least for the duration of the wedding weekend. Until they go back home and Dakota asks for Calder's help to get her groove back after her painful divorce...and, well, things get complicated and real. And also at times hilarious.

It took me a bit to fully connect with this pairing and fall for this book like the first. I think a lot of this was around Dakota- which feels unfair, because she's really had a lot of pain in her past. But she's all edges and growl at first. And at times their enemies vibes reads immature and over the top...other times the absurdity is lots of fun. Dakota at times feels rude and catty, but as we dig deeper into the story, I felt more for Dakota as we understand her bitterness and how her divorce really crumbled her. Anger is all bravado, a shield from her pain, her shame, and her sadness. Her edge is mostly just fear, and I really appreciated how Calder starts to help her soften again, how he sees her for more than her edges.

The chemistry is definitely there- and certainly we get plenty of spice as these two explore. The tension, the edge, the banter, the intensity all evolve into something fiery and fun as these two evolve into unexpected friends that then blossoms into more. Calder is really delicious and quite endearing as our hero- plus I live for a fierce cat daddy. And I loved our extended cast and getting to revisit my darlings from book one (which still is my favorite so far).

What to expect
🌺 grumpy x grumpy vibes
🌺 banter
🌺 enemies to lovers
🌺 destination wedding/vacatoin
🌺 cat daddy
🌺 forced proximity
🌺 getting over divorce/break-up
🌺 sex club exploration
🌺 meddling families

Looking for an enemies-to-lovers contemporary romance full of sparkle and sizzle? Then look no further than Amy Daws’ Seven Year Itch!

Calder is looking for a date for his brother’s destination wedding. Tall and tattooed Calder might look like your typical Alpha male, but there is far more to him than meets the eye. A devoted cat dad with a killer sense of humor, Calder would love to find a woman who sees the real him and although he’s not had much luck finding his perfect match, the one thing he is certain of is that his sister-in-law’s best friend, Dakota, is definitely not the one for him!

To say that Calder and Dakota hate each other is the understatement of the century. The two of them have hated one another for the past seven years and they cannot bear to be in the same room together for more than two seconds before they start butting heads. Calder is determined to steer clear of Dakota, however, when his dating profile is hacked, his worst nightmare comes true when he finds himself stuck in paradise with the woman who despises him!

However, things take an unexpected turn in their shared palapa when they realize that they might have more in common than they initially thought…

Hot, hilarious and heart-warming, Seven Year Itch is an enjoyable contemporary romance perfect for Tessa Bailey and Christina Lauren fans. Amy Daws infuses her novel with plenty of heat, intensity and wit and will keep readers on the edge of their seats and completely entranced by Calder and Dakota’s love story.

Side-splittingly funny, full of charm and scorchingly sexy, Seven Year Itch by Amy Daws is a must for contemporary romance fans everywhere!

Spicy, male female, 1st person dual point of view, contemporary romance. Cat daddy! Sex club! Humor! Chemistry! I love mountain men and this has been a really fun series so far. I can't wait to read the next book!

Amy Daws’ Seven Year Itch is the kind of slow-burn romcom that surprises you—not just with its delayed steam, but with its emotional sincerity and playful charm. From laugh-out-loud moments to heart-squeezing introspection, the story centers on a custom t-shirt shop owner, Dakota, rediscovering herself after years of emotional autopilot in a marriage that wasn’t right for her. Dakota’s arc is one of reclaiming joy, passion, and honesty—especially with herself.

Her enemy-turned-romantic counterpart is construction worker Calder, and he undergoes a more subtle but equally meaningful transformation. He shifts from emotionally guarded to someone more open, more grounded, and ready to show up in the ways that count. His evolution isn’t about sweeping gestures—it’s about learning to be present, vulnerable, and real.

But what makes their dynamic so compelling is what’s left unsaid. These two talk—a lot. They banter, they tease, they even share some tender truths. But when it comes to the emotional heavy lifting—the heartache, the fears, the deep-seated truths—they circle the edges without fully diving in. That tension and avoidance, adds an extra layer of realism to their arc: love doesn’t just require communication, it requires courageous communication.

There is a bit of drag in the middle—a stretch where the emotional wheels spin without quite gaining traction—but it mirrors the characters’ own struggles with inertia and emotional bottlenecks. Once the story hits its stride, though, the payoff is rich, satisfying, and well worth the wait.

I purchased the audiobook on Audible, and narrators Teddy Hamilton and Erin Mallon do a fantastic job of weaving in and out of each character’s point of view. They blend seamlessly like the characters are just having a regular conversation.

Amy Daws delivers a cast of quirky, lovable characters and dialogue that dances between snarky and sincere. The first half leans heavily into the emotional build-up, with all the awkward dates, inner turmoil, and witty banter you’d expect from a romance done right. But once the tension snaps? Let’s just say things heat up in a way that’s well worth the wait. I highly recommend this book and will look for more from this author.

Seven Year Itch is a really fun, super spicy enemies to lovers romcom.
Everly is back to her stealthy matchmaking ways, this time trying to get Uncle Calder to see what’s right in front of his eyes.
There is a destination wedding, a bit of only one bed trope, visits to a sex club, and plenty of those hunky Fletcher mountain men! But watch out… This story sneaks up on you and hits you with all the emotion before all is said and done.
I listened to most of this book on audio and the narration is wonderful! Definitely the way to go.
Seven Year Itch is a standalone story but part of a very addictive series and I cannot wait for more!
-4 Stars-

Calder & Dakota hate each other, they have for seven years. But a little scheming from Calder’s niece Everly on a trip to Mexico for his older brother Wyatt’s wedding puts them in the same room for the week. As the banter flies the tension and sparks ramp up until they explode in one night of desire. When the whole family heads home to Boulder, CO these two can’t stop thinking about their night together and decide on a “benefits” situation (since surely feelings won’t get involved, spoiler they sure as heck do). These two had great growth in their arcs individually and as a couple, the mirroring to Calder’s mom & dad was really sweet too. I didn’t read the previous books on Max & Wyatt and now will definitely be going back to check them out. Really enjoying these Fletcher Brothers & their fiery ladies!

Thank you NetGalley, Amy Daws, and Canary Street Press for an eARC of the Seven Year Itch!

I really enjoyed this book! I love the banter between Dakota and Calder and how their relationship grows as they go from enemies to friends, and eventually more!

I’m a sucker for books that focus on a big family and have books that focus on each family member. Now I have to go back and read book one and anxiously wait for Luke’s story!

I will start with I liked this story much more than I did the first in the series (which can be read as a standalone). This one was steamy, with romcom energy we're used to from Amy.

Some of the humor was crazy, but I liked it. Their banter was sharp and funny. They would fight, flirt, and...combust. I also liked the vulnerability both characters showed. Between Dakota's journey after her divorce to Calder letting his walls down, there were some touching moments.

I do feel the miscommunication was a bit annoying near the end, but I guess most stories have to have some form of drama thrown in.

All in all, this was a good and quick read. Now to see what's in store for Luke's story!

When our main male character refers to the main female character as a “bitch” within the first half hour, you know that this book is not going to be for you. Why are these “mountain men of Colorado” so utterly toxic? I used to enjoy Amy Daws’ books. These mountain men have absolutely nothing on the Harris brothers. Disappointing.

Calder fails to find a plus one to his brother’s destination wedding and he is trapped into sharing a room with his sister-in-law’s best friend, Dakota. Dakota and Calder have known and hated each other for seven years. Dakota is recently single and looking to gain back her confidence after a messy divorce and she falls into an arrangement with Calder. The line between arrangement and real feelings quickly blurs while the two spend all their time together.

This is book #2 in a series about brothers from a small town. It is steamy and hits the enemies-to-lovers trope. The writing fell flat for me and I did not connect well with these characters. It is a quirky read with many uses of slang and modern references, if you are ~chronically online~ this might be the book for you!

Thank you to NetGalley and Canary Street Press for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This series!!!! Kicking my feet and swooning. This is so much fun. I love the romance and the spice. Definitely a 5 star read.

I had mixed feelings about The Seven Year Itch; while I enjoyed it, I wish there was a more drawn-out enemies-to-lovers arc. It felt a little like insta love to me. Despite that, the witty dialogue and back-and-forth between the characters was absolutely hilarious and made me laugh out loud. Overall, this was a very fun read despite my personal preference for a slower romantic build.

𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐈𝐭𝐜𝐡 (Mountain Men Matchmaker #2) has a few extra surprises for readers…so…so… good! Amy thank you!!!

✔ 2 POV
✔ Midsize Queen
✔ Mountain Men
✔ Enemies to Lovers
✔ Only One Bed
✔ Vacation Fling
✔ Forced Proximity
✔ Coaching Romance
✔ Meddling Family
✔ Cat Daddy to Milkshake
✔ ❤️📚 Meghan Quinn and Tessa Bailey

Heat: Inferno ☕🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Recently divorced Dakota Schaefer hopes to take control of her life but in order to do that must work through the emotional damage, insecurities and other unwanted baggage her douchebag ex-husband left behind. Dakota will need to build up her self-confidence and put her needs first. Everything seemed to go according to plan until she runs into Calder Fletcher who unexpectedly stirs up all kinds of trouble...with a capital T!

Calder Fletcher puts everyone else first, and is always ready for a good time. Looking for a night out to blow off a little steam he runs into the one woman who still elevates his blood pressure after all these years. If he thought their last encounter was explosive...this time she’s going to rock his world. Will Dakota be the one to tame the Mountain man and bring him to his knees?

Fletcher men are loyal to their brotherhood, family, and the mountain over all others. If Calder is going to find love and settle down It will take a little family meddling to make that happen.

It's time to find out what happens when a Power Point Presentation brings two enemies together for a joint mission. If your idea of a book escape is spending a few hours with a Mountain man who has a sense of humor, puts your needs first, and has a loveable cat named Milkshake the go grab a copy of Seven Year Itch. It’s never too late to find love.

I received an advance reader copy from HTP Books for an honest and fair review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

4.75⭐️

For the past 2 days, I have been listening to the audiobooks for Nine Month Contract and Seven Year Itch and let me tell you I do not regret a single second and would love it do it all over again.

This was my first experience with Amy Daws and I don't know why I waited so long! This book was fantastic and I'm such a sucker for a book with stellar banter between the MC's. And as a bonus, this book has so many of my favorite tropes.

I did not have the ALC for this book but I would love to say that Teddy Hamilton and Erin Mallon are a fantastic duo and I would cry happy tears if they could just read all audiobooks until the end of forever.

The absolute perfect small town enemies to lovers romance. Witty barbs tossed to one another that will keep you absolutely desperate to find out what happens next. Amy’s series is definitely a must read!

The Fletcher Mountain men and the meddling niece can absolutely do no wrong, and neither can Amy Daws! This book will make you laugh so hard your ribs hurt, the characters are easy to love and the chemistry is amazing! Amy always finds a way to make her characters personable, even the ultimate cat daddy’s and sassy women.

This was even better than the first in the series! Impossible to put down, I devoured this in one afternoon. Spice, heart, amazing mid-size rep and a driven FMC- we love to see it!

This book was so much fun to read and I loved it the whole time. I loved the dual POV and seeing Dakota learn to love herself again. I also loved seeing Calder grow more into himself as well! I loved hearing about the found family aspect with Dakota becoming accepted into the family and just the whole family dynamic of them being so close. I highly recommend this if you’re looking for a very spicy romance that has a good plot!