What’s better? Love, or pizza? Definitely pizza.Bianca Russo is obsessed with Romano’s; her grandfather’s pizza parlor comes with a lot of memories, as well as trouble. A secret sauce recipe handed down through generations keeps Romano’s popular with tourists and locals alike. It’s so good, several corporations have offered to buy the business… and have even attempted to steal the recipe that … attempted to steal the recipe that makes Romano’s pizza great.
Bianca came to help her grandfather run the parlor. She didn’t expect to find a hot Italian working there with her.
Gio Diamati is ridiculously sexy, and he sure can throw a pizza. Their chemistry is instant, their romance forbidden and delicious. Bianca refuses to date Gio because they work together, but she can’t deny the truth her heart betrays… she’s falling for him.
But Gio isn’t there for the money. He’s there for the sauce.
Gio wasn’t supposed to fall in love during his mission to discover Romano’s secret recipe, but that’s just what he did. Now, he has to choose between the family who has given him everything, or the girl he can’t stop thinking about.
Gio must decide… his obligations? Or his heart?
Mysterious, romantic, and full of twists and betrayal, Love by the Slice is a new adult contemporary romance novel featuring laughs, pizza, sweet kisses, and erotic nights. This college-age story is a heartbreaking and endearing tale about forbidden love and second chances.
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A blooming romance that has a twist that definitely puts a damper on this couple. Luckily for us, determination is involved and we get our happy ending. I really enjoyed this book and look forward to more of these characters in the future.
Love by the Slice (Harbor Point #1) was a good read by Heather Young-Nichols. Bianca has many great memories of her grandfather’s pizza parlor. Many large corporations are trying to get the secret sauce recipe. Gio starts working at the restaurant and they have instant chemistry. Bianca refuses to date him because she’s technically his boss, but she knows that she’s falling for him. Gio doesn’t want her to find out that he’s there for the sauce but he can’t deny he’s catching feelings for him. He has to choose between his family and his feelings for Bianca. I enjoyed reading Gio and Bianca’s story and can’t wait to read more by the author.
Love by the Slice
Harbor Point, Book 1
By: Heather Young-Nichols
Narrated by: Sophie Stone
There is nothing like a good romance with a little business and intrigue thrown in. Bianca has moved to Harbor Point to help her grandfather with is restaurant. Known for their sauce, this is the place to eat. When Gio comes to work for them, the attraction between the two is combustible. But he is an employee, so is ethical to date him? And what happens if things don’t work out? Gio is a hard worker, very loving, but when it comes to discussing family, he is mouth is closed. What secrets is he keeping? And when revealed, will his relationship with Bianca survive? This is an interesting plot with a lot of wonderful characters. I enjoyed their build up and was surprised when things went awry. Bianca is someone who knows what she wants, but has standards and sticks with them. I love her relationship with her parents, so open and easy. Her grandfather is the one we all wish we have! Gio is a little complex. I love how his story plays out and the way he handles the tough choices he has to make. This is a great listen, perfect for the beach, or in front of the fire.
Sophie Stone does a great job narrating. The book is new adult, and I found her voice to be a good fit for these characters. She easily transitions between male and female and gave each one it’s own voice, easy to distinguish and fit the personality. I will be watching for more by her.
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This is a lovely story! Clearly not what I expected. I thought it would be more takeover and evilness about the stealing the sacred sauce recipe. It’s not that. It’s is a light hearted read and It has everything in it. Love, fun, betrayal, and distrust all come into play through this story. I loved listening to it. The characters were believable and I was just as frustrated, disgusted or happy as they were.
Gio..Gio..Gio you messed up and I can really feel your sadness. Head bowed, shoulders hunched…defeated posture. Then when you teared up?!? Dang! Only a hard heart could ignore that!
I listened to this on audio. At first it felt like I was listening through a tunnel. After a bit. Either i got used to it or it changed. The narrator did a good job on the different voices. This is a first time author for me as well. I liked the story and it flowed nicely. The characters were well put together and who wouldn’t like her parents or Grandfather! They were wonderful secondary characters. I chuckled more than a few times.
3.5 star review of Love By The Slice (Harbor Point #1) by Heather Young-Nichols
AUDIO REVIEW:
Both the author Heather Young-Nichols and narrator Sophie Stone are new to me.
This is Bianca Russo and Gio Diamati’s story and was enjoyable. Bianca has returned home to help her grandfather in his restaurant. Unbeknownst to her Gio who is working in the kitchen has been sent to spy on them and obtain the recipe for the “secret” sauce.
The blurb sounded really good and the story itself was enjoyable with a bit of mystery and tension throughout to keep you interested, but I felt that the narrator’s voice was not for me and I found myself not invested in Gio or any of the male characters as the voice was too much of a distraction.
Up next on my TBR list.
It’s a great new series by one of my favorite authors. You’ll fall in love with Gio and Bianca, I swear. Though when you read it, you’ll be hoping for sexy Sal’s book.
I absolutely love this new adult contemporary romance novel. I fell in love with Bianca Russo & Gio Diamati & can’t get enough of them & want more. This novel is brimming with love, betrayal, sexy times, unexpected twists, passion, romance, humour, & a bit of mystery. I couldn’t put it down till the end & it left me with a book hangover. A perfect blend of supporting character’s that accentuate the tale. I’m so excited for the next book in this fabulous series which follows Sal who is Gio’s cousin. I hope Gio’s sister gets her own book also. I highly recommend reading this novel as you will not be disappointed. I volunteerily reviewed an advanced reading copy of this novel.