Mobility Mom Book Shelf: Forbidden Love and Lattes: A Short Romance by: C.K. Darling(Audio Review)

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Book Description

Her brother's best friend was strictly off-limits... until he wasn't.Former NFL player Asher Hale arrives in Peachwood Grove seeking a fresh start, he's unprepared to fall for Izzie Grant—the girl he once knew, now a captivating businesswoman. The sight of her with another man awakens deep, forbidden feelings, challenging the boundaries set by her brother, his best friend.
Izzie's teenage crush on Asher reignites as they find themselves living under one roof. Despite her brother’s warnings, their mutual attraction is undeniable and intensifies with each encounter.

When a local competition throws them even closer together, their attraction reaches a boiling point.Faced with a choice between love and family loyalty, Izzie and Asher must decide if their forbidden romance is worth risking everything. Will they choose their hearts, or will family ties pull them apart?

Get swept away in a sweet and steamy journey through small-town Georgia, where love defies the rules, and passion brews stronger than the richest coffee. Forbidden Love & Lattes is an intense, fiery tale and the perfect indulgence for busy readers craving a satisfying love story that packs both heat and heart in under 2 hours.

This book is perfect for readers who

Brother's best friend romance,Steamy encounters in cozy coffee shops,Athletic heroes and strong-willed heroines,Engaging competitions and family drama.

Forbidden Love and Lattes is the third book in the Sweetheart Scones & Stories series by C.K. Darling. Each installment follows a different friend finding their happily ever after in the charming town of Peachwood Grove different friend's quest for love in charming Peachwood Grove. Enjoy this steamy romance as a standalone or as part of the beloved series.

About C.K. Darling

C.K. Darling crafts witty, spicy contemporary romances set in the charming town of Peachwood Grove, Georgia. Specializing in quick reads for busy romance lovers. C.K.'s stories deliver all the emotion and satisfaction of a full-length novel in under two hours. Away from her desk, C.K. is either concocting the next heartwarming tale or dabbling in arts and crafts, or enjoying the charms of Southern life with her family and beloved pets.

Peachwood Grove Short Romance

Sweetheart Scones & Stories:

- Buttercream and Second Beginnings

- Sweet and Spiteful Rivalries

- Forbidden Love and Lattes

- Bitter Tart Temptations

Holiday Matchmaker series: launching end of 2025

Blazing Hearts series: launching summer 2026

Visit C.K.'s website for more information on books, bonus content, quizzes, and more!

My Thoughts

Get ready to be swept away by Forbidden Love and Lattes: Sweetheart Scones & Stories, Book 3, an irresistible romance by C.K. Darling, brought to life by the stellar narration of Andi Eloise and Ryan Lee Dunlap. This book delivers a passionate and heartfelt journey that proves some attractions are simply inevitable.

Former NFL player Asher Hale arrives in charming Peachwood Grove seeking a fresh start, but he's completely unprepared for the powerful feelings that ignite when he encounters Izzie Grant. Once just his best friend's little sister, Izzie has blossomed into a captivating businesswoman. The sight of her with another man awakens a fierce, forbidden desire in Asher, challenging the strict boundaries set by her protective brother.

For Izzie, her teenage crush on Asher reignites with undeniable force, especially when fate throws them together under one roof. Despite her brother’s warnings, their mutual attraction intensifies with every shared glance and stolen moment. When a local competition pushes them even closer, their simmering passion reaches a boiling point. Now, Izzie and Asher face an impossible choice: succumb to their hearts' desires or honor family loyalty. Is their forbidden romance worth risking everything?

From the moment Asher and Izzie's paths cross, their chemistry is palpable and undeniable. The classic brother's best friend trope is expertly woven, making their secretive encounters all the more alluring. As their connection deepens, you'll be rooting for them to finally declare their love from the rooftops. Their journey to a well-deserved happily-ever-after is incredibly satisfying.

Beyond the fiery romance, Forbidden Love & Lattes also beautifully explores themes of found family and brotherhood. The special bond between Asher and Dalton (Izzie's brother) adds unexpected depth, revealing a history of friendship and resilience that enriches the story. This unique layer sets it apart from previous books in the series, adding a compelling dimension you won't see coming.

This intense, fiery tale is the perfect indulgence for busy readers craving a satisfying love story that packs both heat and heart in under two hours. The narration is truly on point, a smooth, captivating listen that's pure butter on your ears.

As the third book i the Sweetheart Scones & Stories series, this installment showcases another friend finding their happily ever after in the charming town of Peachwood Grove. Enjoy this steamy romance as a standalone or as part of the beloved series.