Silk, lace, and cupcakes. What else could he want in a man?Frankie Taylor is a pastry chef in need of a fresh start, and Cap Roberts is a coffee shop owner in need of a pastry chef. Sounds simple enough, doesn’t it?When Devin “Cap” Roberts hired Frankie to make the pastries for his coffee shop, it was supposed to be a business arrangement. But once he discovers something that leaves him wondering … something that leaves him wondering what Frankie has on underneath his clothes, business is the last thing on Cap’s mind.
As a newly single father, Cap is risking not only his heart, but that of his daughter’s as well. However the more he gets to know Frankie, the more he realizes that a man like him only comes along once in a lifetime—and a love like theirs is worth taking a chance for.
Snowflake Kisses is a standalone book in the Snowed In – Valentine’s Inc. series, which are only connected by the same writing prompt.
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This small-town, winter romance was short and sweet. Devin and Frankie found love not only with each other but also with Devin’s niece, Annie. The three of them created a nice little family in a loving home.
I love Frankie and he is such a good match for Cap. You’ll smile and fan yourself when these two get together. Even better, we find out Cap’s name.
Cakes & love bugs, coffee & unicorns & goats, oh boy!
What a great, feel- good story! I was pulled in from the first pages. It was so easy to become involved with the characters lives. This book has it all: an adorable little girl, a pastry chef extraordinaire, a hunky coffee shop owner, loyal friends, small town ethos, steamy sex, and a sleazy ex. Oh, and did I mention goats in pajamas? What’s not to love?
Frankie is a baker with serious cake decorating skills. Leaving the big city for small town living is a huge step. But meeting coffee shop owner Cap, really changes everything. Devin has been called Cap since high school. After his sleazy ex leaves him without a pastry chef, his coffee shop suffers. Frankie is just the boost he needs. It’s a win- win for them both. Devin is a single dad raising his sister’s daughter as his own. Annie loves unicorns, and goats in ‘jamas. When she falls in love with Frankie, who lets her 4 year old self help decorate cupcakes, all bets are off.
Come. Join Devin & Frankie as they discover what’s important. Laugh with them, hope with them, fall in love along with them. With the help of wonderful friends and family, HEA is assured. You will love this book!
This book contains adult themes and language, mm sex and is intended for mature readers only.
Oh man with kids especially cute ones and meeting new partners who love their kids is always heart warming .Cap Frankie and Annie melt my heart! A great addition to this series and another great read from this author. KU purchase
Full disclosure, I did receive a copy of this book to review, and all opinions expressed are my own.
OMG! What an adorable read. Jacki James’ entry into the Valentine’s Inc. Snowed In series is a lovely quirky little read that will delight many readers. There are certain story elements, that if expanded could make this a more dramatic read. But she keeps it light and sweet with a touch of heat.
A perfect little pick-me-up of a read.
Frankie and Devin are sweet and gorgeous and I just devoured their story! To top it off, there was also a very charming and adorable little girl, and all the unicorns, sprinkles, and cakes you could possibly need to make it that much sweeter. It definitely wasn’t too much though. Rather, I think it was well-developed for a fairly quick read, perfect for all those gooey romantic, low-angst, feel-good vibes.
Love the relationship between Cap and Frankie. Also between Frankie and Annie and how it all comes together in the end in wonderulful community.
I made the mistake to start reading Snowflake Kisses on an empty stomach, and soon I was ready to dive into the pages and snatch all the yummy things Frankie was baking.
And let me tell you, the romance between Frankie and Devin (Cap) was just as delicious as the cakes and pastries. At first I thought that it was serendipity that brought them at Cap’s coffeehouse at the same time, just a fortuitous coincidence that led them to starting working together. But I couldn’t stop laughing when events further in the story proved me wrong, and showed that it’s been fate at play, aligning their destinies.
I enjoyed the way Jacki James put Frankie and Devin into each other’s orbits. No insta-fireworks, just a slow meshing of their lives, until they seamlessly clicked and belonged to one another. That’s why is such a heart-warming romance, all about finding family, joy and love. Because now the two men have their cute little daughter, the support of their friends and family, so they can walk hand in hand toward happily ever after.
Loved it.
This was a quick read, funny, sexy, and sweet, that gave me the warm fuzzies. The beginning is a bit fast-paced, although it didn’t cut any corners. Then it slowed down, and we experienced the heartwarming growth from one-night stand and business arrangement to so much more between Frankie and Devin.
Frankie and Devin were loveable, real-life characters. Ordinary guys who make their living by baking and serving coffee. A match made in heaven. Even though the hot scenes are not plentiful, the chemistry between the two men is undeniable. They just click. Frankie has fled the hustle and bustle from the big city to the quieter life in a small town and to be near his best friend. And meeting Devin is just what he needs to get his life back together. Devin is a wonderful father to his four-year-old niece, Annie. He’s set aside everything to give her a steady home. His and Frankie’s interactions with her are done just right, never over the top. The author hit the right tone with Annie. She’s a whirlwind, but an adorable one.
The presence of Ripley and Reed from one of Jacki James’s other books was a welcome surprise. It gave this story something extra.
What an adorable book! This was light, romantic, sweet and sexy. Even though it was a shorter book, the character development was well done and I felt like I knew Devin and Frankie and completely understood how they fit together. Annie was such a cute little 4 year old and I loved how she was so integral into the story. This was a well written, low angst, lovely story. My only complaint is that is was too short, I would have enjoyed spending more time with Devin and Frankie!
This amazing book is simply perfect!! As in other seasons of Valentine’s Inc the app is involved somehow but now the story is completely independent of it. Frankie and Devin’s love story is easy to read, sweet and endearing full of romance and hot scenes. Of course, familiar faces like Ripley and Reed from Finding Ripley were only the cherry on top. And Frankie’s creations sound amazing!! I would love some “love bugs”.
I received this book as an ARC and this is my honest opinion.
Balentime’s Love Bugs
This book made me hungry, and I may need to visit a bakery. Jacki James knows how to write places that feel like home and characters that leave a lasting impression. Whether you love them to pieces or want to cliff a prissy jerk, you won’t be able to forget them. I love, love, love Frankie. His spirit, attitude and generosity are unparalleled. Plus he’s amazing with kids. Cap, well, he’s a dream come true. In fact, he’s a real-life teddy bear that I would cuddle up with any night or day.
“…special doesn’t come from what we do, it comes from who we’re with.” Everyone in River Gorge epitomizes this statement but none more so than Cap and Frankie. They are a Hallmark moment but with a dash of spice. It’s extremely sexy how Frankie uses Cap’s real name, Cap’s fascination with Frankie’s wardrobe, and above all their creative uses of furniture. These two are sinfully sensuous, but they’re also delightfully sweet together. They’re amazing and the source of my joy.
We can’t forget about Annie and how adorable she is. I hereby reserve my spot for any tea party with her and Frankie. I am so happy we got to revisit with Ripley and his goats; he’s such a character. I am looking forward to many more stories in this town. There is so much heart and happiness in this book, it made mine overflow.