A nice, cozy romance. I liked the fall vibes. But I never screamed at the characters or wanted to throw the book. There was no emotional damage. It wasn't a book I couldn't put down but it was a nice, breezy palette cleanser.
Read from: Aug 05, 2025 - Aug 08, 2025

There’s so much I could say about how this book just didn’t work for me. There were lots of details that don’t match up throughout and it honestly all came down to the writing.

The fmc and mmc entire connection is based off of when they were kids and in their 20’s but we don’t get a true timeline, nor do we get any emotional chemistry building in present day. Everything about their relationship we had to take the author and towns peoples word for it because the writing gave us nothhhhhing but some physical chemistry (that was again, driven by the past).

The only character I liked in this entire book was the mmc, Zach. This book had so many silly ass miscommunication moments that by the time she chose to ghost him AGAIN towards the end I was just absolutly done with the fmc. I started skimming around 75%. Truthfully the best part of the book was when Zach tells off Madison in chapter 53 🙊🥰

I am going to be honest. I stopped reading at chapter 8. Maybe if I had gone further, but I just couldn’t. It felt like I was reading a copy cat of the pumpkin spice cafe by Laurie Gilmore. From the map in the front of the book, to the pumpkin fest in the town, and even two cows called pumpkin and spice. It really pulled away from what I imagine could be a lovely cosy read. I also found it frustrating when there was things being described as happening, but then no mention of them after. For example Madison slipped on a polished floor in her socks, with a cup of coffee in her hand, and she didn’t spill a drop! She was caught, and then went straight back to sipping her coffee from her mug. It’s little things like this, that for me personally brought it down.

Thanks to Bookouture, NetGalley and Harper Graham for the opportunity to read this ARC!
🎃🍂THE PERFECT COSY FALL READ🍂🎃
This book is the definition of of cosy! It follows Madison who has come back from New York to her childhood town of Maple Falls after receiving an anonymous letter that her family’s inn in needs some TLC!
However Madison’s ex boyfriend Zach still resides in Maple Falls. The pair haven’t spoken in 6 years since Madison left for New York. Will sparks fly again between Madison and Zach?

This felt like a warm drink in a book format, I read this in 2 days and I couldn’t wait to get home and get back to reading it! There was the perfect amount of spice / plot / scene setting for an all round easy read and I cannot WAIT for the second one to be released!

5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book has big time cozy fall vibes. It is a cutesy romance book. The main characters struggle with communication and that is kind of the premise of this book, start to finish. It lacks some depth but it is an easy, fast, cozy read if you just want to sit back and relax.

I don’t often read romance, but this one was exactly what I was craving — warm, cozy, and just a little bit spicy, the perfect fall escape.

Kit was my absolute favorite. Her love for cooking and baking (especially those cinnamon rolls!) leapt off the page, and I adored how unapologetically herself she was. The casual, positive LGBTQ representation was another highlight, adding depth and authenticity without feeling forced.

If anything, I found myself wishing Kit had her own romance — perhaps with the mayor’s niece? That would have been a sweet surprise!

Heartwarming, flavorful, and charming from start to finish — a story that leaves you feeling hugged

If you're looking for a small town, second chance romance with a hint of mystery that will leave you craving a cinnamon bun and a cozy fall day, this is the book for you! This entire book had me wishing I had an apple spice latte in hand and a sexy contractor to banter with! The atmosphere was warm and cozy, the characters were all perfect for their roles in the book and made me hope there's a book for each and everyone in this small Midwestern town! I love absolutely everything about this book and will absolutely be recommending this book to everyone who's looking for the perfect fall read!

Honestly, the Cinnamon Spice Inn is the kind of book I needed to get into the season. There’s so much stuff going on right now that this was a breath of fresh air and more.

While I will say it suffers from the fact that the ending DOES feel a little rushed, it’s such a sweet second chance love story that I can’t even be that bothered by it. It’s warm and cozy and definitely made me want to make cinnamon rolls way more than I should right now.

Zach and Madison were sweet, and I hope to read more about them in the future books of this franchise!

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5)
Review for: The Cinnamon Spiced Inn by Harper Graham

I was really drawn in by the cozy setting and charming small-town vibes — The Cinnamon Spiced Inn had all the ingredients of a comforting, heartwarming read. The descriptions of the inn, the cinnamon-scented air, and the festive touches made for a lovely atmosphere, especially for fans of seasonal or feel-good romances.

That said, while the aesthetic was warm and inviting, the plot and characters didn’t fully land for me. The pacing felt uneven at times, and I struggled to fully connect with the romance or feel deeply invested in the character arcs. It wasn’t a bad book by any means — just one that didn’t resonate enough for me to want to revisit or recommend enthusiastically.

A pleasant enough read, but not one I’ll return to.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

This was a cute little autumn read! I was drawn into this book from the get go! I loved the characters and i honestly didnt want the book to end.

Can't wait to read more from this author

This was a sweet romance book I really liked reading it. Love how everyone was helping the family out with things that need help with. The feeling between the MFC & the MMC we’re really sweet even way the end when things started to get rough for them.

Book: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Plot: 💫💫💫💫💫
World-Building: 🍁🍁🍁🍁🍁
Description: 💐💐💐💐

I liked this book it has strong autumnal vibes and a really cozy feel I got immersed into the world of Maple Falls. The romance between the two MC was cute although quite spicy at times and as the story progressed you can definitely tell there is going to be a lot more to the series.

My only critique is that the ending felt sort of rushed with the MC (Madison) making her final decision which left me feeling a bit confused.

I’m excited to continue this series. I would recommend to people who want a cozy autumnal romance with a bit of spice and a engaging world.

**I received this book as an ARC thanks to NetGalley and Harper Graham for this! This had no impact on my review**

First can I get a 6 star cozy read option please!!!
Review:
The Cinnamon Spice Inn is the kind of story that makes you want to pack your bags, head to a tiny town during fall, and believe in second chances again. A cozy, heartfelt romance with Gilmore Girls energy, a touch of mystery, and enough cinnamon spice to warm you through and through.

When Madison receives a mysterious letter in her New York City apartment asking her to come home and help save the Cinnamon Spice Inn, she’s stunned—and a little skeptical. But something about it pulls her back to the town she left behind… and straight into the path of her broody ex-boyfriend, now the contractor hired to restore the inn.

They haven’t spoken in six years—not since a misunderstanding tore them apart. And now they’re stuck working together, trying to save the inn before it’s lost for good, all while prepping for the town’s fall festival and dodging the feelings neither of them ever really buried.

As more anonymous letters surface—sent to townspeople urging them to help—the mystery deepens, revealing old secrets, new beginnings, and a community coming together in the sweetest way.

This story is full of cozy fall vibes:
🍂 Pumpkin patches, flannel, and cinnamon rolls
🎃 A fall festival complete with pie contests and hayrides
💌 Whispered secrets through heartfelt letters
🛠️ Tension-filled renovation scenes (with spice!)
💔 A second-chance romance that heals slowly, beautifully

Read this if you love:
✨ Gilmore Girls meets Sweet Magnolias
🔥 Second chances + forced proximity
💌 Small-town mysteries with heart
🎃 Cozy fall settings + community magic
🏡 The “save the inn” trope but make it spicy

Warm, whimsical, and surprisingly emotional, The Cinnamon Spice Inn gave me all the feels. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this cozy little escape—I didn’t want to leave.

I fell in love with maple falls and the characters of this small town within the first chapter, and devoured the book in a day.

A perfect second chance romance for fans of Laurie Gilmore.

Plenty of sugar, spice, and immaculate fall vibes reminiscent of Stars Hollow, this book was like being wrapped in a heated blanket and served a steaming cup of apple cider on a rainy day.

Sheer perfection. I can’t wait for the next chapter and to go back to Maple Falls.

The Cinnamon Spice Inn is exactly what it promises to be—fun, flirty, and sizzling full of romantic tension! Let’s be honest – this is basically a spicy Hallmark book, all wrapped up in a cosy autumn setting. If you’re a fan of The Pumpkin Spice Café or anything with small-town charm, this is one to add to your autumn TBR.

Madison is a city girl with a caffeine addiction and something to prove when she returns to Maple Falls to help save her family’s inn. But of course, she immediately runs into Zach—her childhood sweetheart, now a maddeningly attractive handyman. Cue the tension, the bickering, the lingering glances… and yes, the spice. These two are clearly not over each other, and watching them try (and fail) to stay distant makes for a very entertaining ride.

Tropes galore here in the best way:
☕ Second-chance romance
🛠️ Childhood sweethearts
🏡 Forced proximity
🍁 Small-town vs. city girl energy

Harper Graham leans into the rom-com vibes with playful banter, a cinnamon-sweet setting, and plenty of steam. It’s definitely one for adult readers—the chemistry between Madison and Zach is off the charts, and while the cover might suggest cosy PG fluff, the content is full-on spice.

My only quibble is that I would’ve liked just a little more emotional layering beneath the heat. There were moments where I wanted a deeper dive into their shared past or inner worlds. But overall, this was a deliciously fun read that did exactly what it set out to do: deliver romance, autumn vibes, and a whole lot of tension.

Perfect for fans of Laurie Gilmore or Emily Henry looking for a steamy seasonal romance to curl up with on a chilly evening. Just maybe don’t read it in public—things get heated fast!

I could smell the spice and cinnamon as I was reading this warm and cozy book. Full of love and warmth and lots of fuzziness this really was a pleasure to read. Will they or won't they ran through this book and I loved the tension between the two main characters. It made me think of autumn which is just around the corner. My thanks to netgalley and the publisher's for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

The Cinnamon Spice Inn has a sweet premise that initially drew me in. I enjoyed the vivid descriptions of the setting; however, I struggled with the pacing and found the narrative too repetitive, particularly around one character’s past actions. I also would have liked to see deeper character interactions to help bring the story to life. While this one didn’t work for me personally, I can see it appealing to readers who enjoy slower-paced, setting-rich stories. Didn’t finish at 33%. Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you so much NetGalley and Bookouture for giving me the chance to read this as an ARC.

The Cinnamon Spice inn promised cozy autumn vibes, and it certainly delivered on that. At times I felt like I could almost smell the decadent spices emanating from my screen to my nose.

I thoroughly enjoyed feeling immersed with small town vibes and lovable characters. Harper’s attention to detail with her descriptions made it easy to visualise what was going on.

If you’re looking for a fall romance with a miscommunication trope then this is the perfect book for you. While this trope isn’t a personal favourite of mine it didn’t detract from the plot in the slightest. Following the story of Madison and Zach had everything you could want from a fall romance and I can't wait for future releases.

Come on Fall!
This had me transported to fall time. The descriptive writing was perfect. I wanted to curl up in my huge sweater and break out my pumpkin spice creamer!

I found both Madison and Zach so frustrating, I wanted to yell at them both 😂 COMMUNICATION PLEASE!
I could definitely see this being a hallmark movie, it gave the perfect vibes. If you are looking for a light hearted, fun and cozy romance you have found it with The Cinnamon Spice in! Completely alluring ❤️🍂🍁

Thank you for the arc NetGalley and publishers! Cannot wait to explore more by Harper Graham

Thank you Netgalley and Harper Graham for this E-ARC.
The romance between Zach and Madison was so frustrating. I am not a fan of a miscommunication trope because it makes me want to yell at the MC. The food mentioned in the story just took me right to fall and had me craving all the delicious items mentioned. The story had all the fall vibes throughout and got me excited for the upcoming season.