Spring is in the air in Starr’s Fall, and for two people, love may be just a roll of the dice away…
As the frozen earth gives way to the first spring crocuses, pushing their way into the warmer air, Maggie arrives in Starr’s Fall. She’s looking for a new start, with her lovable but painfully shy teenaged son in tow.
It feels like the odds are against her, but she’s determined to come out winning this time, and to fulfil her dream of opening up a board game café. But not everything’s a game, and when she finds herself attracted to a man who’s known as a different sort of player, she worries she’s setting herself up to lose.
Zach is funny, surprisingly geeky, and, most importantly, bonds with her son. But Zach is also drop-dead gorgeous, has a reputation around town, and is also ten years younger than her.
When he asks her out on a date, Maggie is totally thrown. She can’t deny she’s attracted to him. But is she ready to risk her heart with another roll of the dice?
A totally gorgeous, unmissable, small town romance, perfect for fans of the Gilmore Girls and Virgin River, from million-copy bestselling author, Kate Hewitt.
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Kate Hewitt is the author of many novels of both historical and contemporary fiction. Her novels have been called 'unputdownable' and 'the most emotional book I have ever read' by readers.
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Her latest releases are The Girl Who Risked it All, a WW2 novel based on the true story of the doomed refugee ship the St Louis, The Midnight Hour, the second in her dystopian series Lost Lake, and Playing for Keeps in Starr's Fall, the second standalone in her new heartwarming series inspired by the Gilmore Girls. There's something for everyone so do check them all out, and be in touch as Kate loves to hear from readers. You can discuss Kate's books as well as others on her private Facebook group, Kate's Reads or read her thoughts on Substack.
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Playing For Keeps in Starr’s Fall
Written By Kate Hewitt
Review By Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews
First, I want to thank Kate Hewitt, Boldwood Books, Rachel's Random Resources, and NetGalley for providing me with this book so I may bring you this review.
Oh how I just fell in love with Kate Hewitt’s newest book Playing for Keeps in Starr’s Fall!! This book was a breath of fresh air that I could not get enough of. Oh and I never realized this was part of a series-so now I want to read the rest in the series!! This book has the hallmark channel small town type of vibes that will put a smile on your face and love in your heart.
This is the second book in the series but can be read as a stand alone. I say this because even though I didn’t read the first one I was able to catch on fine to this one. However, I would gladly read the first one.
I thought it was awesome that Ben came up with the idea of opening up a board game cafe with espresso and hot coco all by himself. That was the coolest concept ever to have board games, role playing games, and a cafe under one roof. Heck I wanted to jump into the story and offer to help volunteer my time to get it off the ground! I love playing board and card games!
Kate addressed some very important, tough, and heartbreaking and powerful life issues in this book.
The bond that Ben and Zach shared was priceless when it came to their gaming. They were literally in their own little world. Even Maggie Ben’s Mom didn’t comprehend the language!
Besides the Boardgame Cafe my other favorite storyline was the friendship that was blossoming between Zach and Maggie.
Kate’s book really did have a little bit of everything for every reading genre in this one I would say. I would highly suggest it to anyone who likes small town romances.
