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How Sweet It Is

By: Dylan Newton
Narrated by: Max Lloyd-Jones, Eva Tavares
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Opposites attract in this charming debut romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Beach Read.

Event planner Kate Sweet is famous for creating the perfect happily-ever-after moment for her clients’ dream weddings. So how is it that her best friend has roped her into planning a best-selling horror writer’s book-launch extravaganza? But the second Kate meets - or rather, accidentally maims - the drop-dead-hot Drake Matthews, her well-ordered life quickly transforms into an absolute nightmare.

Drake Matthews is tired of the spotlight and tired of his reputation as the Knight of Nightmares. He's really a nice guy! But he’s not prepared for Kate, a fearless agent of chaos in steel-tipped stilettos, or for that sweet sting of attraction he feels for her. She’s inspiring him to take his writing in a whole new direction - one that no one expects. Because now Kate and Drake are changing up the rules, and this plot twist might just surprise everyone...including themselves.

©2021 Dylan Newton (P)2021 Forever
Contemporary Romance Romance Romantic Comedy Small Town & Rural Comedy Funny Wedding

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A well worth your time book

I do not write many reviews. But this was one I truly will listen too again and enjoyed. Well thought out plot.

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Meh

I wanted to love this book but something didn’t connect me to the characters well. The narrators kept cutting out and the narration just wasn’t smooth. Wasn’t for me I guess.

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Good book but not for me

I struggled to finish it. I never got to connect to the characters so it made it hard to care about what happened to them. It's a cute story and has all the elements of a book I would love but it just wasn't it. I needed more. It's hard to even put it into words. I just needed more.

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One of my favorites!

The story line is fun, the characters were sweet, and the descriptions were on point! Also the narrators did a fantastic job bringing the whole
Story to life!

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This is her debut novel, and I really enjoyed it!

This is Dylan Newton’s debut novel, and I really enjoyed it!

Kate Sweet is such a quirky, lovable, real character. I could definitely relate to her. Drake Matthews was a dreamy horror writer having an existential crisis and writers block, all related to his writing - what he writes and what he wants to write. Meeting Kate helped him trigger a writing spree in a new genre, and sets in motion some interesting events connected to that, while she was planning an event for the launch of his next new horror release and connected movie.

They are a great match and the chemistry between them, the hilarious story and all of the fantastic shenanigans that arise are just a perfect mix. I can’t wait to read more from her - a great new author find with a promising career!

Two new-to-me narrators (a feat in a dozen years with Audible! Seems there's a whole new batch of narrators coming up recently), that were also very good, and great for these characters.

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Sigh…I found a new favorite

Personally, this book checked so many boxes for me. I absolutely love the characters & their dynamics, the story & the narrators!! I cannot believe it hasn’t received more attention!
I am thrilled I found this gem. I cannot tell you what it was like to hear some thoughtful & creative writing. I’ve read so many romance genre books and so many are incredibly cheesy, smuty (personal preference) &/or repetitive. I feel like there’s some romance MadLib random authors use or they’re all using the same worn out thesaurus.
But I love the clever and creative details peppered throughout the story. The way the author paints a scene makes the story come alive. I found I was so easily envisioning each scene and got wrapped up in the story over & over. I savored every bit of the book.
I also love the literary references & and although it was not a heavy read, it was just right for me. It’s not a bunch a fluff!
I found myself grinning for most of the story & definitely shed a few tears. I also needed to rewind many times to either ensure I didn’t miss anything or to soak up that moment one more time! For me this is perfect.
The way things tied back together, perfect! I don’t usually go back & reread much unless it’s a favorite- this is a new favorite & I REALLY hope there’s MANY more to come from Dylan Newton (and these narrators too…sigh)

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sweet story that's easy to listen

Enjoyable listen for the commute. The characters are likable and the narrators did a great job! I enjoyed how the characters and how the story developed.

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Cute romance

Drake: Misunderstood horror writer with a gruesome imagination and writers block
Kate: Problem-solving event planner extraordinaire who plans every last detail
Drake and Kate meet “not-cute” when she shows up at his family’s mansion to plan his book launch. They are drawn to each other, but is it a good idea to explore a personal relationship with a client? The more they discover about each other, the harder it is to resist…

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This book has all the feels!

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started this book. But I’m happy to reveal. I loved it. The characters were complex, relatable, and easily had me invested in the outcome of their story. The story itself was fun, worrisome, tension filled, hilarious, and heartfelt, like I said, All the feels. Even Karma had a small scene or two.

I can’t wait to go find more books by this author.

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A feel good kind of romance

I enjoyed How Sweet It Is, it's very low drama and I needed something light to help me through a difficult time.

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