This was a sweet addition to the Takeover series. This one stars Brian who owns the coffee shop on the ground floor of the building where the prior characters all work (where Justin used to be a barista). He's a super nice guy who is struggling to keep his business afloat and as a result has become a work-a-holic who never puts his relationships first. Rob has recently moved to town and comes in to get coffee one day and there is an immediate and powerful wave of chemistry between the two men.

The author grabs your attention right away because the chemistry between these two jumps off the page and it starts from the first/second page of the book. The steamy parts are a high point of the story. These two sizzle up the pages. The romance itself is sweet and fairly angst free. It is pretty close to insta-love but while I don't usually like that, it worked here because they acknowledged it and discussed it. The communication between these two a strong point of the book imo. It's nice to see characters that discuss many things along the way rather than a plot based on miscommunication (giant pet peeve of mine)

There are a few issues discussed in the book, the workaholic stuff, as well as the fact that while Brian is bisexual, he's never acted on it so this is his first time with a man. I felt like this issue was handled really well. No drama and lot's of talking.

Many of the characters from the previous books are in this one and it's nice seeing them all again (especially Eli and Justin since they're my favorites). There are a few other side characters, mostly Brian's family, and they were all a nice addition to the story.The guys hit a bump in the road but overcome it pretty quickly. I enjoyed the fact that this book had a lot of things.....low, almost non-existent angst, good communication, a sweet romance, loving and accepting family members and a great steam level.

**ARC provided through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review**

You walked into my shop and brought the freaking sun with you. I’ve been blinded since.”

What happens when you have always known you were bisexual, but never let yourself explore your sexuality? Brian Keppler, owner of Ground N'At, the coffee shop beneath SR Anderson Consulting, finds out when he meets, sexy ginger Robert Ancroft.

Anna Zabo has written another hot as hell story where two men are drawn to each other, and make no apologies for their desires. CEO Rob Ancroft wants to find someone he can build a life with. A workaholic by rights, he finally has his business stable and is able to focus on the next chapter in life. Love. He has been burned and is a little gunshy but when he walks into Grounds N'At and sees the sexy barista he is smitten. Wanting more than just a casual hook up he sits and talks to the barista, Brian, who he finds out is the owner of the bustlying quaint coffee shop. He is intrigued and he wants to know more.

Brian can't believe his luck. A sexy man walks in off the street and wants him. He is drawn to this fair skinned ginger and decides no more hiding who he really is, he is bisexual and he is going to own it. If he can ever get time away from his shop, that is...you see, he is slammed and devoted to making his shop thrive. Even if that means not having a love life or a partner. If people don't understand his priorities then they simply are not meant to be.

When these two start out Rob is understanding of Brian's commitment, why wouldn't he be...it hasn't been long since he was burning the candle at both ends. But when enough is enough and Rob fears Brian is burning out, he puts his foot down.
Is their relationship strong enough? Who will win, the coffee shop or the relationship? You have to read to find out if Brian can pull himself away from killing himself in the daily grind.

Beyond the story, I have to give the author kudos for always making me starve during her stories. There are constantly mentions of great restaraunts, cuisine, coffee, and desserts - and the whole story, I am drooling! A+ for world building as I feel like I have travel the streets of Pittsburgh during this sotry. There were mention of several places that I found myself googling from unique restaraunts to retired steel mills. I learn more about the area with each story.

In addition to superb characters and world building, chemistry is something you never have to worry about with Anna Zabo. Her books are smokin' hot. Sometimes to the point where you may only want to read in private.

"Brian could kiss. Passionately , sweetly, as demanding as fuck. All three at once. Every time those lips met his, Rob’s world tilted."

“Right now, you have one job.” He leaned down as close to Brian’s head as he could manage. “Take my cock and love every single second of it.”

Overall, 5 *Vanilla Americano stars WITH cream* Stars (you will totally get it after you read it), and a great story for all lovers of romance.

Review Copy of Daily Grind provided by InterMix for an honest Review