Girls weren’t on Bryant Cook’s radar until the day he moved next door to the most beautiful girl he’d ever seen. Fortunately for him, Faith Baker fell just as hard that first day as well.From ages eight to twenty-two, it was the ‘Faith and Bryant’ show, and their happily forever after seemed certain. Until it wasn’t.Now she’s back after twelve years and she wants what they once had.That’s when … had.
That’s when Bryant issues a challenge. One Faith can’t resist. After all, the future they always wanted is riding on it.
She said she’d do anything.
She just didn’t think he meant *that*..
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Working Back is a full-length, second chance, childhood soulmates, house flipping romantic comedy that can be read as a complete standalone and is book 3 in the Cook County series.
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Whelp! That was not how I was expecting Bryant’s story to begin!
I knew from the little bits at the end of the previous book that this was going to be Bryant’s second chance, however it did not go as I expected – at all!
Now, I don’t want to give anything away, however I will say that you are going to love Bryant and Faith’s story.
The brothers are back house flipping, and our lovelies are flipping switches on their attraction. This is a pretty slow burn of a story. Sure, the love each other, however it takes a while for them both to get on the same page
I laughed at the antics of the brothers. This family are the bomb! Not just the siblings either – oh my goodness, the Cook parents had me laughing, squeaming at times and just more and more seeing where the kids get it all from.
This installment was just …. lovely. No angst, no stupid fights and miscommunications. Just love and lust and sweetness.
I look forward to the next Cook finding their one.
Letting someone go and praying they come back is not an easy thing to do but BJ Harvey gives us a look at the love that kept on going, even though all the feelings of sadness, doubt, worry and anger were there…the love won out. This book made me cry and laugh with a heart full of love for both.
*4 Stars*
ARC kindly received in exchange for an honest review.
Another great instalment in this series from BJ Harvey. We finally get to learn about Bryant, and his mysterious path with Faith, who we have only heard a little bit about previously.
Let me tell you, this book starts off with a bang, in a totally unexpected way. I had to think to myself about the previous books and try and remember where I was, it was just so unexpected. Meeting Faith and watching she and Bryant learn each other, and fall back into old ways, after so long apart was an interesting concept.
Whilst the brothers are flipping yet another house, these two have their own things to learn about and deal with, along with having the whole tribe of both of their families along for the ride, because of how close they all are. We get to see a bit more of Ezra in this one, given that he’s Faith’s brother, and there are some more characters we’re also introduced to a little more as well. But of course, of faves from the previous books are here too, and I loved all their moments together. Especially some of the ones with little Ax. Ronnie is always a fave for me too.
Lots of interesting times in this one, but no real angst which was really nice. Just a nice and fun easy read. I look forward to more in this series, especially as we’re given a bit of a teaser in this book about who the next one may just be about.
* A review copy was provided by the author *
Working Back is the third book in BJ Harvey’s Cook Brothers Series. I have to be honest and say that this story wasn’t my favorite of the series. I don’t know what it was, I can’t put my finger on it, but something felt missing in this story. The storyline itself seemed flat. Maybe it was the lack of drama that was missing. There really wasn’t anything that grabbed my attention and made me hold on. I am sure I am in the minority with this.
Now that I have explained what didn’t work for me, let me explain what did and why this was still a 4 star read for me. I loved the characters of this book. Bryant and Faith were made for each other. True Sole mates. Although I think if we would’ve gotten more of their backstory, the connection to them would’ve been better for me. I loved that this is a second chance romance but also a friends to lovers.
BJ Harvey is the master of the romantic comedy story. She knows how to give the reader the right amount of laughter, but also give us the emotional feels we want to feel in a romance book.
I love how Ms. Harvey adds in the banter between the Hero and heroine of the story, but also includes all the secondary characters into it. Makes you feel like you are a part of this family/friendship. I will say that the connection between Bryant and Faith felt a little more serious than the other couples we have met in this series. But with all their history, I guess that makes sense.
Each book in this series is a standalone novel. Working Back, like I said , is the third book in this series. It is told in Dual POV. I thought this book was filled with humor and love. This is kind of a slow burn, but it totally worked for them. It was fun watching these two open up to each other and learning each other all over again. I was glad to see all the walls come down as the story went on. I thought the pace and flow of the story worked well.
In this book we follow Faith and Bryant’s journey back to each other. Bryant and Faith have known each other since they were 8 years old. Forming a wonderful friendship and then progressing into something more. But at 22 Faith wanted…no needed…something more. So she left. Now 12 years later she is back and she is determined to win Bryant’s love back. I she willing to do anything for Bryant?? When he gives her a proposition, will she be able to refuse?? Can these two find their way back to each other?? Can Bryant be sure that Faith won’t leave again?? Read this book to find out.
As always I love that we got to see the other Cook brothers in this story. I also liked seeing all the women in their lives. When this group and the others from the Game Series get together you know you’re in for a treat. One that will have you laughing out loud. I also loved seeing Axel in this story again. I wanted more of him….he cracks me up!!!
BJ Harvey is and will always be one of my All Time Favorite authors. I will read anything she writes. Her stories are truly entertaining reads. Her books are ones I know I will read over and over again. If you haven’t had the pleasure of reading her books yet, what are you waiting for?? Pick up the Cook Brothers Series and then sit back and enjoy the journey that her books take you on. You won’t be sorry!!!!