Charlie Takes a Chance by Carina Taylor: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own. 

The Book

When Charlie is hired to repair a lodge in Pine Ridge, she's stuck sharing a house with the grumpy ranch manager. And he is not happy she's here.

Charlie is exhausted—tired of being told she’s “too much” and sick of boyfriends who stick around as long as a temporary tattoo.

So when her best friend’s fiancé offers her a job fixing up his family’s lodge in Pine Ridge, Oregon, Charlie jumps at the chance. A picturesque mountain town sounds like the perfect escape—a chance to recharge, and maybe find a little peace.

But her arrival is anything but peaceful.

On her first night, Charlie ends up in a physical (and completely not her fault) altercation with the broody—and irritatingly handsome—ranch manager, Max St. James. He mistakes her for a burglar; she mistakes him for a bear. Not exactly the restful start to a stay.

Things go from awkward to unbearable when Charlie learns she’ll be sharing the ranch bunkhouse with Max. He’s grumpy, guarded, and definitely not thrilled about sharing his space. And yet, despite his reluctance, Max can’t help but notice that Charlie’s feisty spirit might be just what he’s been missing.

Charlie isn’t afraid to challenge Max—or to get under his skin. And even though she loves to annoy him, he's the first person she can be herself with.

But as sparks fly and the holiday deadline looms, Max starts to realize Charlie might be exactly what he’s been looking for all along.

Can Max convince her that she’s not “too much” after all—and that Pine Ridge might just be where she belongs?

The Author

USA Today Bestselling author Carina Taylor loves to write witty romantic comedies that bring a smile to your face.

When she's not writing, you can find Carina ignoring her laundry pile (she's hit expert level), pretending to work out (she's probably just reading), and dreaming up the next story.

You can follow her on Facebook and Instagram: @carinataylorauthor or sign up for her newsletter here: https://sendfox.com/cjtaylorauthor

Book Review

I have said it before, and I will continue to repeat it again and again... absolutely no one does enemies to lovers banter quite like Carina Taylor! She is an absolute master at it! Charlie Takes a Chance is absolutely no exception! Right from their very first meeting, I couldn't get enough of the back and forth between Max and Charlie--- it was just too perfect. And when it turned flirty!? Even better! Truly, these two were just such a blast to read. The banter, the chemistry and the way that they both gave each other a hard time while also looking out for each other... it all just worked. While this story does take place over the course of the holiday season, and there are definitely a few moments that have some subtle holiday vibes, it really isn't the focus of their story and doesn't feel too much like a holiday read at all. It's quick and fun and one you absolutely won't want to miss adding to your TBR. 

Charlies Takes a Chance is a closed-door romance with kisses only, though some of the kisses are a little more detailed. There is also some minor language and innuendo throughout as well. 


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