Never Too Soon

It is Never Too Soon to re-read a Chelle Bliss book. I didn't even bother closing Never Too Soon. I just went right back to the beginning so I could swoon all over again. I really wanted, no needed, some more Ryder. He has become my new favorite book boyfriend. There is so much to love about the man. He is a single dad to a five and a three year old after his wife died unexpectedly. He is ready for a fresh start, taking a job as a high school coach in the small town of Star Falls. The author had me drooling over this coach's body. So delicious. Get ready to fume and shed tears when you hear his back story. Thank goodness the giddiness soon began for me. A new town needs to be explored. A new town needs to be tested. A new town is a lot of new beginnings. What Ryder didn't expect was to meet Gracie Bianchi, tattoo artist. Get ready for a romance with lots of chemistry, lots of drama and a compassion that seems to be missing in a lot of books lately. Never Too Soon is a wonderful slow build, bringing a realness to the story. Ryder is smart enough to put his kids first. Gracie is smart enough to not rush in. She is a class act, not rushing to be the new mom. Never Too Soon is all about family and they become the perfect family. For me there is nothing better than closing a book and wanting to sit in the quiet and remember the story. I sat for hours remembering the love that grew in Never Too soon.

As a huge fan of this author’s other series, Men of Inked, I was surprised by this story. Less raunchy, less steamy and less funny but heck, no less emotional and beautiful. There is definitely more of a serious tone with this story, one where Gracie and Ryder have to navigate loss, fears and being in a relationships with certain ghosts in the background (Ryder is a widower). I love the large cast of characters, the beautiful setting, and especially the heart of the stories.

Lucia Bianchi, the meddling matriarch of the Bianchi family was over the moon with joy when she came upon her only daughter, Gracie, having lunch with a handsome man and his two adorable children. Who was this newcomer to Star Falls and how was Gracie lucky enough to have crossed paths with him? Chelle Bliss has once again given us a glimpse into the loveable Bianchi family as Gracie meets a hot, single dad who she doesn’t want to fall for, but unfortunately, she can’t resist him or his precious children, Luke and Cora. Ryder came to Star Falls with his family for a new start and his introduction to the small town was made even brighter when he met Gracie at her tattoo shop. He was mesmerized by her beauty, quick wit and the gentle nature she has shown for his children. Was it ridiculous to think that fate had brought them together or was he just hoping for the happy ending that had eluded him until now? Gracie knew that her mother prayed every day that she would meet the perfect man but was Ryder really the one for her? He was extremely good-looking, confident, kind and came with a ready-made family. What woman could resist him? Gracie had a big decision to make but I knew that with the help of her family she would make the right one as long as she let her heart lead the way!

Oh my, this was a swoon fest from the very beginning. Ryder just completely steals your heart. Gracie never stood a chance 😍 The tough as nails Italian princess completely fell for his charms, and those of his two adorable kids, even if she was trying not to (at first). Both have been through some heart breaking times, but together, they can heal and find their happily ever together. And of course, as always, the Bianchi family is the icing on the cake. Can’t wait to see who’s next!