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Twice Shy

By: Sarah Hogle
Narrated by: Dorothy Dillingham Blue
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Can you find real love when you've always got your head in the clouds?

Maybell Parish has always been a dreamer and a hopeless romantic. But living in her own world has long been preferable to dealing with the disappointments of real life. So when Maybell inherits a charming house in the Smokies from Great-Aunt Violet, she seizes the opportunity to make a fresh start.

Yet when she arrives, it seems her troubles have only just begun. Not only is the house falling apart around her, but she isn't the only inheritor: She has to share everything with Wesley Koehler, the groundskeeper who's as grouchy as he is gorgeous - and it turns out he has a very different vision for the property's future.

Convincing the taciturn Wesley to stop avoiding her and compromise is a task more formidable than the other dying wishes Great-Aunt Violet left behind. But when Maybell uncovers something unexpectedly sweet beneath Wesley's scowls, and as the two slowly begin to let their guard down, they might learn that sometimes the smallest steps outside one's comfort zone can lead to the greatest rewards.

©2021 Sarah Hogle (P)2021 Penguin Audio Contemporary Contemporary Romance Fiction Romance Romantic Comedy Women's Fiction Comedy Feel-Good Heartfelt

Critic reviews

"The perfect springtime romance.” (PopSugar)

"Excellent.... [An] endearing take on the enemies-to-lovers trope.... Readers are sure to be enchanted by this couple and their deeply felt struggle to open their hearts.” (Publishers Weekly, starred)

“If fixer-upper fantasies are your thing, don't miss Twice Shy by Sarah Hogle.... Maybell's voice and point of view make the story funny, engaging and enchanting.” (NPR)
Sweet Romance • Funny Storyline • Perfect Narration • Creative Writing • Heartwarming Comfort • Slow Burn
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Wholesome and adorable. Could benefit from male point of view. Enjoyed the read, narrator was good.

Great romantic story

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In the beginning I wasn’t feeling the book but I’m glad I kept going. I loved this story. It’s so cute and had me laughing out loud.

Almost gave up…

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Light, smart, funny, wonderfully written, beautifully and adorably read aloud different kind of love story that was the perfect get away. AKA: just what I needed!

Just what I needed

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The narrator was fantastic! She did a very good job. I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book for the first 1/3, May Bell's active imagination was cute in the beginning but then became off putting. By the mid point of the book I was hooked. Wesley is a great grumpy but secretly cinnamon roll hero, responsible for some sweet swoony moments. I really liked the ending as well- though I wasn't certain if it was real or imagined Anxiety rep was appreciated and I loved that it was set in Pigeon Forge TN near my home.

Sweet , Swoony

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I really loved this book. Quirky, endearing and loved the characters love connection (my fave!!) And I’m not really sure what the haters are talking about so just ignore. I devoured “you deserve eachother” in a day and couldn’t get enough of Sarah hogles writing! I read tons of books and it’s not often that I get sucked into the writing style AND storyline and characters. This book is pretty pg13 but even though I’m used to more steam, I didn’t care! I want to go to the falling stars hotel and wander around myself!

Love love!

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Adorable, well written story. Only drawback was that it was somewhat confusing when the story switched to/from a daydream. It would probably be clear if you were reading the book, but isn’t clear as an audiobook. Nevertheless, an enjoyable read.

Adorable!

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This was so cute my heart damn near leapt out me chest!! Couldn’t stop cheesing😭💕💕

Adorable

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Not as good as you deserve each other
Romance isn’t super entertaining or believable
Disappointing

Not great, save the credit

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This book is super sweet and a wonderful comfort read. I truly don't understand the poor remarks about the narrator, I honestly think she was perfect. I'm fairly new to the world of romance books, so I'll go ahead and point out a few aspects for the aficionados out for there. This is a slow burn romance (which I love). There is little to no angst, which I want for a feel good fluffy romance. Overall very nice and happy read. Would love to have a cute little movie of this or something.

Very Great Feel-Good Romance

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I can’t think of a sweeter story.

First off, you’ve got Maybell. This bubbly, high energy people pleaser who finally thinks that she’s got her big break AND proof that someone loved her unconditionally when her Aunt Violet left her a home. To discover she’s sharing it with the world biggest grump Wesley.

But honestly, calling Wesley a grump is a disservice because this man is an onion and all his layers will make you cry 😭 he’s the sweetest, most kind hearted man but just can’t show it. Some of the things he said made me swoon so hard I squealed. At work. Sorry to those who share my cubicle walls

Anyways, if you love:
-cinnamon roll heros
-scavenger hunts
-sweet nothings
-playful couples
-playing house

…you should read or listen to this book because I loved every minute of it!!

Also, I thought this voice actress was perfect for Maybel ☺️

I’m actively crying

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