by Melissa Foster
Series: Snow Sisters #1, Love in Bloom #1
Narrator: B.J. Harrison
Length: 7 hours and 25 minutes
Genres: Contemporary Romance
Source: Author
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Heat Level:
Narration: 4 cups
Danica Snow has always been the smart, practical, and appropriate sister. As a therapist, she prides herself on making reasonable, conservative choices, even if a bit boring, and as part of the Big Sister Program, she has little time for anything more in her life.
Blake Carter is a player. He never gets bored of conquering women, and with his sexy good looks and successful lifestyle, he has no trouble finding willing participants. When his friend and business partner dies in a tragic accident, he suddenly, desperately, wants to change his ways. The problem is, he doesn’t know how to stop doing what he does best.
When Blake walks into Danica’s office, the attraction between them is white hot, but Danica isn't the type to give into the heat and risk her career. Danica’s desire sets her on a path of self-discovery, where she begins to question every decision she’s ever made. Just this once, Danica wants to indulge in the pleasures of life she’s been so willingly ignoring, but with her Little Sister in turmoil and her biological sister’s promiscuousness weighing heavily on her heart, she isn’t sure it’s the right time to set her desires free.
Sisters in Love by Melissa Foster is the first book in the Snow Sisters and Love in Bloom series. Set in picturesque Colorado, it shares character growth and a budding romance. Narrated by BJ Harrison, I enjoyed meeting the residents of this small town and being a part of their lives.
Danica Snow a therapist who longs to work with children and teens in need meets Blake Carter, local player, and ski shop owner when he accidentally elbows her at the local coffee shop. Foster takes us on a journey through both of their daily lives as they begin to make changes, face challenges and find their path crossing.
Sisters in Love offered a slow-building romance that starts on rocky ground and moves to friendship as their sizzling chemistry simmers. Their emotions and reactions felt genuine allowing me to want a happily ever after despite the complications.
While it took me longer to warm up to Blake, I did like how he faced things even when it wasn’t what he wanted. Tragedy and loneliness help him grow and discover what matters.
For her part, Danica is a character wrapped up in rules, struggling with jealousy and afraid to reach for her goals. She is on the cusps of change, and she does so in true Danica fashion. One fashion accessory at a time.
This is a small-town romance and threads involving those who interact with Danica and Blake are present. We learn about David and his family, a young woman and her family through the Big Sister program Danica participates in as well as Danica’s vibrant sister.
BJ Harrison was a new to me, narrator. He shares the voice of each character. Don’t laugh, but in the beginning, I thought the narrator was a woman. I am still holding out judgment on this narrator, as I would like to hear him do just a male voice. I found his interpretation of the female voices to be breathy and sedated. All of them sounded medicated.
If you’re looking for a sweet, slow-burning romance with character growth, community, and realistic issues, you’ll enjoy Sisters in Love.
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Lorna
I won’t be listening to this one I don’t think. Had to laugh at your discription of the narration! I like small town romances if they are really good, at least a four star? I don’t know. I guess I am on the fence about this one.
kimbacaffeinate
I get it, it was ok and I might try the next just to see.
Toady
I read this when it first came out and I remember being really bothered by the forbidden romance/ therapist/ patient thing, but I don’t know why. I am not often bothered by these things in books. Maybe it was just timing..
kimbacaffeinate
Agreed, but I it may have been rewritten because they address that.
Toady
I wonder if that is exactly what happened. I don’t recall it being addressed at all. That’s good then.
Lily B
I think i own a few of her books that I snatched up for free, her romances look cute and I like the small town theme. I am glad to hear it is slow build!
kimbacaffeinate
They are cute, I am curious to read one.
The Bibliophile Babe
I love a small town romance!
kimbacaffeinate
Yeah me too, I always want to pack my bags and move there.
Angela Adams
Small town romances are often an enchanting read. Thanks for the post.
kimbacaffeinate
They are and perfect for in-between heavier thrillers etc.
Melissa (Books and Things)
Hm… I do think I’ll pass on the audio version, but might pick up the book. I don’t like it when males do all female voices that way. I had a guy narrator who had a deep voice and I didn’t think he would do justice to the female characters. He did, so I know it is possible. 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
*nods head*
Katherine
Hmmm…. Not sure about this one. I like the sound of Danica and the small town itself. I was a little concerned about what the thing about her sister’s promiscuousness meant but since you didn’t mention it in your thoughts I’m thinking it wasn’t judgy or a big issue. This may be one I try from the library but I think I’ll go with the print version. I’ve only found a couple of male narrators who can do a woman’s voice in a way that doesn’t drive me up the wall and he doesn’t sound like one of them!
kimbacaffeinate
The sister has some issues, but not anything to deter from story.
Rowena
After reading this review, I think I’m going to try audiobooks out. So many bloggers listen to audiobooks but I’ve only tried once and got bored with it so I gave it up.
Thanks for the review. This one sounds great and just my speed. 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
Name your favorite genre, and I will try and recommend a awesome audiobook, Rowena. If you haven’t borrowed a book @ Audible from anyone, I may be able to gift you one.
blodeuedd
Sweet and slowburning sounds nice
kimbacaffeinate
Always! Thanks Linda.
kindlemom1
It sounds like this series has potential and it is always a plus when it is a small town setting and a slow burning romance.
kimbacaffeinate
It does, and I will try another, just not on audio 🙂
Heidi
Sounds like a nice, easy listen. My last couple of books have been a flop, and I need a palate cleanser, this might just work.
kimbacaffeinate
I am so sorry to hear that Heidi. I usually choose a go-to author for that 🙂
Kim { Book Swoon }
The narrator may distract me as well on this one but I love the small town vibe, slow burn romance, and Colorado setting! 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
I recommend reading it Kim 🙂
Quinn's Book Nook
I love your description of the narrator’s voice for the female characters. I often find male narrators’ voices for women a little iffy. Sometimes I think they make them sound really whiny.
kimbacaffeinate
YES…exactly. There are some who are exceptional *cough*Sebastian York*cough*
Melissa
Hmmm…I don;t think this one is for me…especially with your descriptions of the narration! LOL
kimbacaffeinate
No, it might be best to read it Melissa 🙂
Melliane
It sounds like a nice first book and I just love slow romance so it’s a plus!
kimbacaffeinate
Yes, a slow romance is just what I am looking for sometimes.
Laurel-Rain Snow
I haven’t read this author, but I have one of her books on Pippa. Sounds like I should pull it out!
I like the idea of a “Snow sisters” series. Thanks for sharing.
kimbacaffeinate
I would love to hear what you think Laurel 🙂
Bookworm Brandee
Well, my curiosity was piqued at the slow build romance set in small-town Colorado, where we meet a lot of the characters friends, family, etc. I am wondering if I should read this rather than listen though. :/
kimbacaffeinate
I say read, but listen to the audio sample 🙂
Debbie Haupt
I love small town and slow burning romances. I can’t wait to see what you think of this narrator if you hear him do something else. I’ve had narrators that I wasn’t sure about until I’ve heard them more than once.
kimbacaffeinate
Right, I tried to listen to samples, but will watch and try again. Not romance though.
Kristin
I’ve read Ms. Foster’s books before and I like her style! It’s been so long, maybe I need to revisit her in Colorado again. I do love that state 🙂 Great review!! phhhfftt.. male narrator “acting” a female voice? Nah… just read it, thank you 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
I had fun and will try another 🙂
Maureen Beatrice
This sounds like a great book. I love those small-town romance stories. It sounds like you need to get used to this narrator though.. I honestly don’t really like it when a man tries to sound as a woman and the other way around. I prefer if they just keep their ‘own’ voice with maybe just a little change. But still.. I definitely have to keep this one in mind. Great review!
kimbacaffeinate
There are some narrators who can do both voices well, this just didn’t work for me.
Lexxie
Breathy and sedated female voices… I have listened to male narrators who do that very same thing, Kim, and it’s really distracting! I mean, I don’t speak like that, and I know you don’t either… It’s like they’re trying to be sexy in a very weird way.
The story itself sounds compelling, though! I love it when characters question the way they’ve been acting up to a certain point!
Great review 🙂
Ailyn Koay
when sexy voice isn’t sexy, I don’t think I will be able to pay attention though. Maybe I’ll stay with the book
kimbacaffeinate
Agreed Ailyn 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
Ratings for the book are solid, I am curious to see how reading one works for me.