With a Cherry on Top completely swept me away. I laughed, I cried, and I felt every twist and turn of this slow-burn, forbidden romance. Letizia Lorini crafts an emotional, spicy, and deeply satisfying story that hits all the right notes.

Aaron is a single dad doing his best to keep life steady while going through a complicated divorce. He’s focused on his daughter, his work, and staying far away from trouble—which makes Charlotte, his client’s daughter, the very last person he should be drawn to. But Charlotte is bold, electric, and impossible to ignore. Their chemistry simmers from the moment they meet, and the forbidden aspect of their connection only adds to the tension.

This book delivers on the heat, but what really makes it shine is the emotional depth and character growth. The pacing is pitch-perfect—every glance, every touch, every moment between Aaron and Charlotte feels earned. And the side characters? Absolute standouts. They bring just the right amount of humor and heart to balance the intensity.

With a Cherry on Top is more than just a steamy age-gap romance—it’s a story about risk, healing, and finding joy where you least expect it. If you love forbidden love, emotionally rich storytelling, and characters that linger long after the last page, this one belongs at the top of your TBR.

If you’re a fan of slow-burn romances that mix a little spice with plenty of heart, With a Cherry on Top is definitely worth a read. The story follows Aaron, a single dad and private chef dealing with a messy divorce and a damaged reputation. Then there’s Charlotte, a much younger cam girl who’s off-limits for all kinds of reasons, including the fact that Aaron works for her mom!
What really makes this book stand out is how their relationship develops gradually, despite all the obstacles. It’s funny, sometimes steamy, and genuinely emotional. The story also dives into tough topics like family struggles and emotional pain, but it handles them with care and honesty.
Told entirely from Aaron’s perspective, the book gives an intimate look into his world, his thoughts, his flaws, and his growth. Just a heads-up: there are mature themes and explicit scenes, so it’s definitely for a more adult audience.
Overall, With a Cherry on Top is a heartfelt, spicy romance that balances humor, heat, and emotional depth beautifully. I can’t wait to get my hands on a physical copy to proudly display on my bookcase!

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

Letizia has again did her magic in this book by writing a beautiful age-gap romance which is a bit forbidden because he is the private chef her mom has hired but also because he becomes the visitor of her cam lives on a platform called TOP..

This book had a beautiful take on parental and sibling relationships with a lot of twist and turns and also how raw feelings are. I enjoyed how this book equally focused on all the aspects and the spice was just perfect for me.

This was such a fun book! I truly gasped at some of the twists, tears welled a couple times, and literally laughed out loud multiple times. I enjoyed this book and now need to go read the rest of the series!

I loved this so much! I was so excited when I heard that the whole story would be from Aaron's POV and I was not disappointed. The banter between Aaron and Charlotte was so much fun. The single dad trope was so well done and the relationship between Charlotte and Sadie was precious. I loved that Aaron didn't just swoop in to save Charlotte, but instead found ways to show her that she deserved better and it was okay to ask for it. I also really loved all the bits we saw of other couples from the series, especially Ian and Amelie.

This story touched on some tough topics, but Letizia handled them with such care. My heart broke for Charlotte, Aaron, and Sadie, but it healed right along with them.

I am so excited for everyone else to get to know Aaron and Charlotte!