I look forward to straight up, straightforward, no surprises, happily-ever-after romances. Know why? Because they’re relaxing. Yep, I’ll read literary fiction and mysteries and intensely dramatic romances, but when I’ve had a long week or a tough day, I want something reliable.

Last night I read Once Upon a Valentine, and all my troubles disappeared. I read a philanthropic, boat-building millionaire for the alpha hero. (Pax has been in love with Shea for years, but she pays him no mind.) I got a sweet, hard-working, on-her-way-up journalist who stands on her own two feet as a matter of principle. And they were supported by (separately) quirky and charming and gruff and loving characters.

I knew Shea and Pax would make it, and that I’d get a Happily Ever After at the end. I enjoyed how Leigh got me there: with terrific writing, a believable fairy tale plot, and characters I rooted for from beginning to end. Leigh’s timing is perfect and the dialogue natural.

After reading Once Upon a Valentine, I rested easy with very sweet dreams.

-Calliope

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