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Cloud Nine

Snowy Peak Series #1

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Book 1 of Snowy Peak

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Pub Date Feb 17 2026 | Archive Date Feb 15 2026


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Description

A snowboarder with nothing to lose.

A photographer with something to prove.

A deal that takes them to new heights.

Hannah St. Pierre has sworn off men for good. After her last relationship went up in flames thanks to her new PCOS diagnosis, she's decided to focus on her health and growing her photography business in the heart of Boston. When her best friend Maya asks for help saving her family's ski resort in Vermont, Hannah packs her bags for a week of photography, snow, and fun.

What she didn't plan on? Noah Hart-the arrogant, hot as sin, two-time-Olympian she's meant to work with to put Snowy Peak back on the map. Except he seems to want nothing more than to get in her way and pester her at every turn.

When he's injured during practice, the two strike a deal: Hannah helps him get ready for the resort's New Year showcase, and he helps her unwind by any means necessary. As the clock ticks down and the line they drew in the snow starts to blur, they're both left wondering if they're ready to leave cloud nine...

A snowboarder with nothing to lose.

A photographer with something to prove.

A deal that takes them to new heights.

Hannah St. Pierre has sworn off men for good. After her last relationship went up in...


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Thank you to Amanda Sinatra and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was so cute and super fun to read! I loved how descriptive it was. It had the ability to help me as a reader see exactly what is going on in the story. I also thought the two main characters really had AMAZING banter! As a spicy redhead myself I couldn't help but be able to relate to Hannah. She is a spicy photographer with a unique past that links with the MMC nicely. Amanda Sinatra has such a fun and light writing style I absolutely recommend reading this when it comes out for everyone. ❄️🏂

I also really enjoyed her best friend Maya's character in the story and was pleasantly surprised at the end of the book to be able to read a insert from Book 2 that is about her.

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He’s an Olympic gold medalist still reeling from a failed relationship with the woman he loved for three years. Also, struggling with the sudden betrayal of someone he believed to be his best friend.
She’s a photographer navigating a recent PCOS diagnosis while managing debilitating symptoms and trying to help save her best friend’s snow resort.

Together, they must overcome their differences and face their personal struggles with the support of close friends and family.

I absolutely loved how the author handled Hannah’s PCOS journey. I didn’t know much about the disorder or how deeply it can impact women both physically and emotionally, and the author did such a powerful job portraying those struggles. Hannah’s experiences felt raw, honest, and incredibly real.

Amanda also nailed the slow burn. The beginning of the story spends time fully developing the characters and their individual challenges, which made the buildup so worth it. When Hannah and Noah finally meet, the tension is electric—you can truly feel it.

The supporting cast was fantastic: Maya, her family, Coach Jones, Henry, and the other Olympic snowboarders all added so much heart to the story. I loved how they came together and supported one another, and I can easily see future books spinning off from these characters. I really hope that’s the plan!

Tropes you’ll find:
• Angst
• Sports romance
• Grumpy x sunshine
• PCOS representation
• Slow burn
• Banter
• Enemies to lovers

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this was an arc I received to review. this rom com had me from the start! multiple late nights staying up zooming through because I became obsessed with the characters and their stories. if you like dual pov, short chapters, enemies to lovers, and undeniable chemistry and tension be sure to check this out in february!

the character development with hannah and noah throughout the story was beautiful. they helped each other see their worth and work through some of their traumas and insecurities with past relationships. in the end, they shared how they truly felt regarding each other and their arrangement and I’m glad they found out they were both feeling the same because the ending of noah admitting she is his cloud nine was everything to me. thank you so much for accepting my request and allowing me to read and review your work!

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If you love romance, this book has everything an avid romance reader could ever ask for.

Serving as the introduction to her Snowy Peak series, I think Amanda Sinatra gives us a charming and heartfelt romance that balances witty banter with a thoughtful look at confidence, self-discovery, and resilience. But at it's heart, I loved the enemies-to-lovers dynamic that's full of playful tension and slow-burning chemistry, but also grounded in trust and emotional growth. And with the perfect mix humor, warmth, and hope, I found this book to be a feel-good and emotionally satisfying story that left me smiling and cheering long after the last page.

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This book had me hooked from the very first page. I genuinely couldn’t put it down (which explains why I finished it in under 24 hours). I quickly fell in love with the winter wonderland setting, and even though I’ve never been to a ski resort, this story officially added one to my bucket list.

The witty banter between the two main characters completely stole my heart and easily made this one of my top reads so far.

If you’re looking for the perfect mix of humor, steamy romance, and cozy vibes — this book is it. 🤍✨

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thank you net galley for this eARC and @author

snowy peaks book 1

release date : 2/17/2026

enemies to loves
pcos
witty banter
sports romance


from the moment i picked up this book i couldn’t put it down!! The banter, enemies to lovers, THE SHOWER SCENE??? this book gave everything i wanted and more!! i’m so glad i was able to read this. i highly recommend picking this up as your next february read

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I must say I am not particulary into winter sports, for I fear I am a girl of very simple tastes car goes broom I go happy. However, I have really enjoyed this book. Sure, Noah is a bit of a twat going through a fase but... I get, dear pookiepie has had his heartbroken and is in his sad-potato era.
Other than that, and maybe the fact that it can be a bit repetitive, at times, the book is lovely, and a nice short read to get in while winter still lasts (even if where I'm from short sleeves can already be worn outside).

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Hannah St. Pierre has sworn off men and is focused on her health and photography—until a Vermont ski resort throws her together with Noah Hart, a cocky, irresistible two-time Olympic snowboarder who loves pushing her buttons. A forced professional arrangement turns into a delicious slow-burn romance, and wow… the tension was worth it.

The banter was sharp and sassy, the spice was, and the sweet moments had me smiling nonstop. The characters felt so real, and I especially loved the mental health and PCOS representation—as someone who struggles with PCOS, that meant a lot to see on the page.

Hannah and her best friend Maya were absolute highlights—funny, chaotic, and laugh-out-loud good.

AND this is only book one of the Snowy Peak series—consider me fully invested.

Huge thank you to Amanda Sinatra and NetGalley for the ARC. Romance readers, this one’s a must-read.

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This was such a fun read and I cant wait for more from this series. Im not a huge fan of winter sport romances, but this one really set itself apart.

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As an avid sports romance reader, this was one of the first snowboarding romances I’ve picked up—and it did not disappoint. It was a cozy, wintry love story and the perfect read during the big snowstorm we had this weekend. The resort setting felt vivid and immersive, and I absolutely loved the warm, lodge atmosphere.

This book definitely isn’t for the faint of heart when it comes to spice. That said, I was pleasantly surprised by how realistic and well-written the intimate scenes were. Nothing felt cringey or over-the-top, and the language stayed natural rather than awkward. What stood out most was how attentive Noah was to Hannah’s comfort and boundaries, making her feel cared for even when she struggled to feel confident in herself.

I also really appreciated the PCOS representation. As someone who personally struggles with PCOS, I know how heavy the mental and emotional impact can be on self-image and confidence. The book did a great job capturing those internal struggles and the emotional reality many women experience.

The characters themselves were a bit hit-or-miss for me. Hannah felt well-rounded and relatable, though I would have loved more detail about her time as a snowboarder. Noah, on the other hand, didn’t feel quite as developed. We know he carries baggage from a past relationship and uses a playboy persona as emotional armor, and we know he struggles with twisties—but we never really learn what caused them. I also found it a little confusing how quickly his twisties seemed to resolve simply because Hannah was there for him, especially since she had been supporting him all along. Additionally, I wasn’t fully sold on how dependent his career appeared to be on Hannah’s presence.

That said, their chemistry was undeniable and easily one of the strongest parts of the story.

I’m definitely looking forward to Maya’s story in book two. I sensed some sparks between her and Henry in this installment, and I’m excited to see how their relationship unfolds.

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Thank you to the author Amanda Sinatra and Netgalley for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

The wintry weather this weekend made this the perfect read; not just for the atmosphere. This book is spicy. As one of my first forays into spicy romance, I was pleasantly surprised by how realistic the scenes felt. Nothing made me cringe or roll my eyes, and there’s no over-the-top or awkward language used to describe bodies.

The story moves quickly, which I really appreciate as someone who doesn’t gravitate toward slow burns. I flew through it and finished it in a single day.

Both the FMC and MMC feel fully realized, with clear personalities and genuine struggles. I especially appreciated the exploration of PCOS and anxiety and the fact that the FMC isn’t portrayed as a perfect, thin caricature.

Cloud Nine comes out February 17, 2026.

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I loved everything about Cloud Nine. I started reading when I didn't have a lot of time to really get into the book and from the first chapter I knew I would be drawn in. So l waited for a day I knew I had nothing to do and finished all but chapter one in one sitting.

If you love a book with some good banter look no further, because Hannah and Noah know how to banter. The banter definitely lead to some spiceeee. The PCOS, anxiety and overall mental health rep was amazing and I loved watching them both health together throughout the book. I also loved Maya, Hannah's bff, and her energy and am looking forward to her story.

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I started this last night and just finished it, I'm definitely impressed with how well this kept my attention! I absolutely adore a good sports romance and that's exactly what this was for me. Noah and Hannah are such relatable characters I found myself rooting tor them the whole time.

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Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this ARC.

From the start to the finish, sparks fly between Hannah and Noah, heating up the atmosphere everywhere they are. I wasn't Noah's fan at the start, because he was so arrogant and a womaniser, but he redeemed himself by being the best support to Hannah he could be. Their forced proximity and fast-burn romance are a must read for every fan of these tropes. I especially liked how strong Hannah is, despite her problems but also because of her problems that she leaves behind.

Overall, I give this book 5 starts and an extra like for the Taylor reference about Hannah's ex.

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This book was the PERFECT read for a snowstorm day!!! Cozy, romantic, and completely impossible to put down.

If you love enemies to lovers with sharp, witty banter, this one absolutely delivers. The back and forth between Hannah and Noah had me smiling nonstop. Their tension felt so real and so fun, and watching it slowly turn into something deeper was incredibly satisfying. And a snowboarder MMC? Say less. Noah being confident, talented, and also dealing with anxiety gave him so much depth and made him even more lovable.

What really made this book special for me, though, was the PCOS representation. As someone who has PCOS, this is the first time I have ever seen myself represented in a romance like this, and it genuinely meant so much to me. Hannah’s experience felt honest, thoughtful, and validating. It never felt heavy handed, just real. I cannot express how much I appreciated that.

The snowy Vermont setting was chef’s kiss. Add in found family vibes, emotional growth, and a deal that starts out simple but quickly gets complicated, and I was all in. This story made me laugh, swoon, and feel deeply connected to the characters.

Heartwarming, fun, and so relatable. I loved every minute of it and could not have picked a better book to curl up with during a snowstorm!!!

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Cloud Nine | Amanda Sinatra
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Noah & Hannah

This book takes place on family ski resort with a cocky Olympic champion snowboarder and a feisty red head photographer. Forced to work together and help each other out with their own issues, they strike deal too good to resist.
This enemies to lovers book gives us romance with some spice 🌶️🌶️. The banter will have you kicking your feet, laughing out loud and making your heart burst.
It’s the perfect book to read this winter.
With quick chapters that keep you hooked and entertained you won’t be able to put this book down. The author gives us a romance story but also covers issues like mental health, PCOS and struggles with body image.

Keep an eye out for this book, releasing in February!

This is my first ARC review and I’m so grateful for @authoramandasinatra for letting me read and review this book. This story was so fun and I can’t wait to read the next one in your Snowy Peak Series!

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This was such a cute read! It’s something different to what I usually read, but it was really well done! It’s the first book in the snowy peak series and based at a ski resort.

A Olympic snowboarder who is trying to get over a past relationship and betrayed by his best friend and a photographer who’s helping her best friends family to save their family’s ski restort.
A great enemies to lovers book with lots of banter. The slow burn between Noah and Hannah was really well written. The vibes of this book are a perfect wintery and cozy read and I ate this up in a few hours!

The cover is so cute and the story overall was really good and I can’t wait to continue the series!

Thankyou to Amanda and NetGalley for the early arc!

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⋆˙⟡ — <b>4.75 stars</b>
𐙚 <i>spoiler-free review</i> ♡
⤷⊹ <i>started: january 25th, finished: january 26th</i>

⋆。˚ <i>thoughts</i>
guys omg, i loved <b>everything</b> about this book 😩 the rivals-to-lovers, the banter, and the tension were all <i>so good</i> 🤭 i’m so glad that har convinced me to request this because this is definitely a new favorite 😌

♡ ⋆。˚ <i>characters</i>

♡ ⋆。˚ <b>hannah</b>
oh i loved this girl <i>so much</i>. i seriously loved how <b>fierce</b> and strong she was no matter what. seeing her go through her struggles with pcos actually made me tear up, and i just wanted to jump into the book and give her the biggest hug ☹️ when her ex was introduced, i literally wanted to punch him because omg?! the things he said to hannah made me want to scream 😭 i’m <b>so glad</b> she was able to find her person and learn how to love herself again 🥹

♡ ⋆。˚ <b>noah</b>
love him!! this man had me <i>giggling</i> so much 😭 i was a little scared at first because i thought he was going to turn into one of those rude, emotionally closed-off guys, but thankfully he didn’t 😌 and omg, the thing with his ex and best friend?! i literally would’ve punched them 😭 my heart <b>broke</b> for noah, but i’m so happy he finally got the love he deserves 🥹

♡ ⋆。˚ <b>hannah + noah</b>
these two were genuinely <b>everything</b>. i loved how noah helped hannah learn to love herself again, and how hannah supported noah through everything he was dealing with mentally. they are <i>perfect</i> for each other, and i need more of them asap 🤭

♡ ⋆。˚ <i>final thoughts</i>
i didn’t even realize this was a series at first, but when i saw that maya was getting her own book, i was <b>so excited</b> 🤭 i need her story right now because maya is such a queen 😩 har ilysm and thank you for making me pick this up!!

<i> thank you sm victory editing, netgalley, and amanda sinatra for the e-arc in exchange for a honest review!! </i>

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Just finished Cloud Nine and wow, I'm still thinking about Noah and Hannah days later!

I picked this up because the premise sounded cute—photographer Hannah goes to help save her best friend's ski resort and ends up working with Noah, this cocky two-time Olympian who seems determined to get under her skin. And at first, that's exactly what it was. But then it became so much MORE.

The deal they strike after Noah gets injured (she helps him prep for the New Year showcase, he helps her unwind) was the perfect setup for these two to actually see each other. And watching that slow shift from antagonistic to something deeper? I was hooked. Noah went from arrogant athlete to this vulnerable, layered person who made my heart ache in the best way. And Hannah—God, I loved how she came into her own throughout this story.

The Vermont ski resort setting was absolutely perfect for this. Cozy, snowy, romantic without being over the top. I could practically feel the cold air and smell the hot chocolate.

What really got me was how real their connection felt. The banter was sharp and funny, but when things got emotional, it HIT. That moment when they both realized the line they'd drawn was completely gone? I may have teared up a little.

If you're looking for a romance that's equal parts fun and swoony with characters you'll genuinely fall for, do yourself a favor and grab this one. I'm already desperate to read more from this series.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

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I was so beyond excited to read this arc. The cover is gorgeous and I haven’t yet read a snowboarding romance. This was a cute story and I enjoyed it!

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‧₊˚ ┊thank you victory editing and netgalley for the e-arc in exchange for a honest review. publishing date: feburary 17

┆ ⤿ 🏂 ⌗ <i>started: january 25, finished: january 25
⤿ full review w <b>SOME</b> spoilers ⋆

‧₊˚ ┊tropes:
.ᐟ photographer x athlete
.ᐟ rivals to lovers
.ᐟ grumpy x sunshine
.ᐟ ‘rivals’ with benefits
.ᐟ he falls first, he falls harder
⤿spice: 3/5


‧₊˚ ┊<i>summary and thoughts</i>

cloud nine follows hannah, who is invited to her best friend maya’s parents’ cabin to help with publicity for the property. what starts as a simple project quickly turns serious when hannah learns the place is facing closure. since the cabin has always been a second home to both hannah and maya, they’re determined to save it. their solution? hosting an event and inviting an olympic-level snowboarding team to boost attention and publicity. while hannah helps with photography, she finds herself constantly clashing with noah, the team’s playboy captain. what begins as rivals quickly turns into something more complicated—a friends-with-benefits arrangement that helps hannah manage her anxiety while allowing noah to work through his own mental block.

wow okay, i haven’t devoured a book like this in so long, and in a single day?! i loved the vibes of this book, and the rivals-to-lovers dynamic was easily my favorite part. the tension, the banter, the slow shift into something more had me hooked from the start.

another reason why this story meant so much to me was the pcos representation. as someone who was diagnosed two years ago, it can be really hard to understand what’s happening to your body and feel seen at the same time. seeing it acknowledged with care and honesty made this book feel even more meaningful, and it added an emotional layer that truly stayed with me.

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‧₊˚ ┊hannah st. pierre
i loved her character so much. from being fierce and independent to carrying so much quietly inside her, she felt incredibly real. the way her pcos was represented genuinely made me cry, because everyone deserves someone who can truly show them that they are worthy of love. i’m so glad she was able to find that kind of safety and understanding with noah. and not only that, she had such an amazing best friend in maya, the kind who would burn the world down for her if anything went wrong. and of course, can we talk about how shitty her ex was? truly glad that man is out of her life, because she is absolutely thriving with noah, exactly where she deserves to be.

‧₊˚ ┊noah hart
this man?! i genuinely have no words. he comes off as a “playboy” to the media, but beneath that image, he’s clearly hurting. seeing his ex and his best friend together after they cheated on him was heartbreaking, and you can feel how deeply that betrayal affected him. but i’m so glad he allowed himself to move on and heal. and can we talk about how he was down bad for hannah the minute he saw her?? it was so obvious, so soft, and honestly so cute. the way he showed up for her, understood her, and cared without hesitation made him impossible not to love 😮‍💨

‧₊˚ ┊hannah + noah
their dynamic was genuinely so good. the way they showed up for each other when they needed someone the most was so comforting to read. noah helped hannah build her confidence and truly feel worthy, while hannah helped noah work through the mental block he had with snowboarding. their relationship felt balanced, supportive, and rooted in growth, which made their connection even more adorable and meaningful.

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It’s been a little over a year since my diagnosis of PCOS. A diagnosis I had a hard time accepting until it was everywhere on social media, with people trying to sell supplements. Because nothing makes it more legitimate than Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome being added to your health history on your medical records, laughing at you. From skipped periods to painful ones, along with an unexplained, extreme thirst for water, right down to excessive body hair, it all makes sense after a series of blood tests were run two summers ago.

She’s a force to be reckoned with, and I’m not afraid to shift the tide to get what I want.

“Your body is a fucking temple, Red. I’m ready to worship it.”

“Would it make you feel better if I crawl to you, Red? To show you that you’re the one who holds all the power here?”

“Noah, you were right. I’ve always believed in you. Since the beginning, when we hated each other, I never doubted you could do it.”

Hannah is a religion I’ll gladly worship, day in and day out. I’ll kneel for her on jagged rocks if it means I can spend every waking moment and from sunrise to nightfall

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This was the perfect read during our winter 🌨️ storm. I’m no stranger to Amanda Sinatra books. I knew I would love this one too.
Cloud nine is about Noah & Hannah 💓💓💓. Noah’s an Olympic snowboarder trying to healed from painful pass relationship. Hannah is sassy photographer who goes to work at her Best friend’s ski resort, tries to help their family save the business . I love how pcos was represented in the book! I would definitely describe it as a slow burned enemies to lovers. But it was perfect winter cozy read ❄️❄️❄️Cloud nine is the first in the series for snowy peak series . Can’t wait for more ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Cozy ✅
Spicy ✅
Humor ✅
Loved it 😍

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Love me a good spicy sports romance 🌶️🏂 and Cloud Nine delivered. Enemies to lovers, great banter, and plenty of heat 🔥 with the added bonus of thoughtful PCOS and body image rep that gave the story real heart 💖. Releases Feb 17th and I’m already excited for book two, Checked Inn 👀📚✨
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Finished!! I am grateful to have been provided an eARC by NetGalley for Cloud Nine by Amanda Sinatra. I absolutely love a cute, cozy, fun, real and relatable enemies to lovers story and this was all that and more. The MMC is an Olympic snowboarder and the FMC is a normal down to earth former snowboarder - turned photographer, who is perfect in every way. Both characters encounter real life struggles that they both have to figure out, all while trying to help the FMCs best friend achieve a major goal. Their super cute encounters and whitty bantering had me laughing so hard at the realistic nature. I found myself thinking "I swear I said something like that last week!" I thoroughly enjoyed this and can't wait for others to enjoy it also!!!

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Thank you NetGalley and Victory Editing for this eARC

I was sucked into this book immediately! The tension when the MCs first meet was fire. The tension continued with their banter and forced proximity which then led to the most delicious need for each other. The yearning is off the chart with him falling first! It’s easy to see why you can’t put this book down. He might even crawl for her 😉 😉

The characters in this book feel so real and genuine. They both have trauma in their pasts they are healing from. Mental health representation is in this book along with PCOS and anxiety. Making it feel real.

I devoured this book and can’t wait for more.

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I loved this book my first snowboarding romance and can’t wait to read the rest of this series

This was my first five star read of the year

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I absolutely devoured this book in a single day. I loved the setting and the dynamics between all characters thethroughout. Noah and Hannah’s story was truly beautiful, and I appreciated how good the author handled Hannah’s PCOS. The banter between the FMC and MMC was pure gold, and if you’re looking for a cozy friends-with-benefits romance, this book is an absolute must-read.

Thank you to the author and NetGalley for providing me with this ARC.

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Cloud Nine by Amanda Sinatra is about Hannah, a photographer who tries to help her second family's struggling snowy mountain resort stay afloat. She gets pulled in to trying to help a professional snowboarder get over some mental blocks and things get interesting from there! It mixes winter sports, found family, and slow burn enemies to lovers and it was so nice getting to read about everyone working together to save this resort!

This book was SO FUN and felt so cozy and satisfying. I love romances where you know there's going to be a happy ending and you're just rooting for these characters to get there as fast as possible...and this one had me hoooooked! Hannah is one of my most favorite FMCs I've read in a romance in a long time. She is kind, thoughtful and so strong and I LOVE her fiery (Red! IYKYK!) streak that comes out when it really matters. I loved watching her grow more comfortable in her own skin, especially with the inclusion of PCOS which was soooo so relatable and accurate. I loved the banter and seeing it turn into romance...It was addicting! And I loved the chemistry and the spice! The snow resort setting was sooo dreamy to picture even for someone who hates the cold in real life (please keep me away from snow!!!). I also looooved the friendships, the sense of community within Maya's family + Hannah and within the Olympic team. And everyone working together towards the shared goal of saving something so important?! PERFECTION. This story seriously had soooo much heart! I felt like the pacing was perfect for this story and kept me engaged and invested the whole time I was reading. Amanda Sinatra's writing is also very easy to get lost in and the end left me SOOOO FREAKING HAPPY!!! I'm extremely excited for what's next in this series!!!

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I adored that this book included PCOS and the issues women face with that diagnosis. It’s about time more books do so. Amanda did it justice, and I appreciated it. The entire book was fun and flirty, and I liked the pace. The characters and storyline held my attention. I adored the banter and found myself laughing and then pondering at other points. Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy. PS - the cover is a gem, too!

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The cover of this book drew me in right away! I have never read a snowboarding romance and I couldn’t be happier this was my first.

The vibes of this book were so cozy, I could picture everything in my mind so clearly. it made me laugh so hard, had me fanning myself from the delicious spice and tearing up over everyone’s battles they were fighting.

Hannah, she gave woman everywhere representation for PCOS that I’ve never seen in books before and was so eye opening! The author took her platform and used it to inform readers, I respect that so much. I felt like I was on the journey with her. Her life was so uncertain with her diagnosis, her ex having used it against her in emotional abuse and manipulation. Leaving her broken and so hurt, with walls higher than a fortress.

Noah, oh Noah. The two time gold medalist Olympic snowboarder. I knew as soon as he was introduced, How he acted was a facade he put up to everyone around him. His ex cheated on him, with someone he thought he could trust. Leaving him broken, so he used women as an escape, his charm as a mask and acting like an ass hole to keep everyone at arms length.

Noah’s team gets a call from a couple who own Snowy Falls. A resort in Vermont. Their revenue is slipping, they need help and the team manager is an old friend owes them a favor, so the team makes their way to Vermont. Where, Noah and Hannah cross paths, her best friend’s parents are the ones who own the resort and she’s there as a photographer to help bring in revenue as well at her attempt save the resort.

An incident brings the two together in an unexpected way, causing Noah to be close enough to see through Hannah’s walls, enough to strike a deal with her to hopefully help them both.

The character development from Noah was SO well done. The “enemies to lovers” and tension were just everything. Hannah’s walls crumbling, her self reflection, her insecurities turning into acceptance for herself, it was emotional and raw.

This book surprised me in the best way! I absolutely loved it and about halfway through the book I called a second book and the characters for it. I’ll be waiting for it, so patiently!!!!

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Thank you to Amanda Sinatra and Netgalley for the ARC!
Amanda Sinatra, this book!!! I cried multiple times throughout the book, what a cathartic experience 💓
The story follows Hannah, a photographer who spends a winter at the Snowy Peak resort. Once arriving at the resort, she soon has a run-in with Noah, a two-time olympic gold medalist snowboarder with a playboy image. Hannah and Noah's story is oh so sweet and is filled with witty banter, steamy scenes, and heartfelt and tender moments.

I absolutely loved the representation of PCOS in this story. It was so refreshing to read about an FMC who is dealing with real life issues and insecurities that many of us face and live with. I also loved Noah and the way he treated Hannah. You know the song Bleeding Love by Leona Lewis? Noah's actions are perrrfectly reflected in that song. May we all find our Noah, and a safe love that sounds like the soundtrack of Bleeding Love.

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I absolutely loved Cloud Nine ! I devoured it in a single day.

The banter between the main characters is truly a standout and one of the book’s greatest strengths. Amanda Sinatra does an incredible job creating characters that feel real, layered, and emotionally grounded. Hannah (also known as Red) is a photographer who lives with anxiety and PCOS, and I really appreciated how thoughtfully and authentically her experiences were portrayed.

Noah, the MMC, is an Olympic snowboarder who is clearly adrift after discovering his girlfriend cheated on him with his best friend. He doesn’t shy away from acknowledging how much the past year has affected him, which made his character feel refreshingly honest and vulnerable.

The two meet at a ski resort that Hannah is determined to save ! A place deeply tied to her childhood and her best friend Maya, whose family owns it. The setting adds a cozy, wintry atmosphere that perfectly complements the emotional arc of the story.

This is an open-door romance with fantastic tension, strong emotional beats, and dialogue that truly sparkles. I was also pleasantly surprised by a glimpse into Amanda Sinatra’s next book featuring Maya, which immediately landed on my TBR.

If you’re looking for a winter romance with heart, humor, and depth, Cloud Nine is absolutely worth picking up.

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Thank you Amanda Sinatra and NetGalley for this eARC!
It’s such a cute romance between Noah and Hannah. From their witty one liners back and forth, this enemies to lovers snowboarding romance had me giggling.

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I thought this book was so cute. Enemies to lovers, the playful banter, the smexy banter and the “I hate you” banter. The trauma they faced was great, thinking they were going to be alone for their lives, thinking they weren’t good enough, wrong. You just need to find the person that was made for you. That’s exactly what they did. Slowly came together and faced the trauma with each other. It was such a cute and light read.

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Thank you NetGalley and Amanda for the ARC!

I am in love with this book! I’m usually one where I have to read a chapter or two to get into it, especially if it’s a new author I haven’t read yet, but Amanda’s writing hooked me in from the beginning.

I’m a sucker for a good enemies to lovers so I’m not surprised i loved this book LOL! It had the cutest vibes and the best story line for the most perfect RomCom movie.

Also obsessed and in love with Noah 😍 seeing him go from rough & grumpy to smooth & sweet was the highlight of the book for me. The crawling?!? Are you kidding me?!

I love Hannah and her entire story. It’s one i personally understand a little too well, so it was nice to see that representation in the book.

I will be recommending this book to anyone who will listen, forever.

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Absolutely loved it! The spice was so well done and added to the plot but didn’t overshadow it. Hannah was the most relatable FMC I’ve ever read and Noah went from em wanting to hit him to swooning so hard. I loved his growth and this story is a new favorite!

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