Review: Sweet Imaginings - Secrets of River Hollow Romance #0.5

Sweet Imaginings book cover on blue background

Sweet Imaginings was my first book from Dulcie Dameron, and I'm looking forward to continuing the Secrets of River Hollow Romance series now that I've had a taste!

Book Synopsis

Kara Kepkey has big dreams of leaving River Hollow and becoming a chef. But when local police officer, Brady Parkins, shows up at her doughnut shop every day for a week straight, his warm presence threatens to derail every one of her carefully laid plans.

Brady Parkins noticed Kara the very first time he returned home from the Police Academy. She's all grown up and everything he never knew he wanted. But when Brady puts his heart on the line, he risks getting it broken by the one girl he imagines he'll never forget.

Can Kara and Brady find a way to be together while still giving her space to pursue her dreams?

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Book Thoughts

This novella was a delight to read! I appreciated how realistic Brady came across and how sweet and nervous he was around Kara. Though Kara misattributes his feelings to disinterest at first, they have an opportunity to communicate better over time. Central to this short book is the theme of faith, and it is written in such a natural way that it's easy to envision seekers and newer believers having similar conversations. There is a lot packed into these pages, and every chapter counts, delving into themes like loneliness, grief, and regret. If Sweet Imaginings is a hint of what's to come with the Secrets of River Hollow Romance series, there will be a lot of sweetness going around!

Book Summary

Format of book: 📱
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Recommendation: 👍

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