A fantastic start for the series. I've been a fan since the beginning and enjoy catching up with the Kroydon Hills families I love that the author can still surprise me. I've read all of her books with these phenomenal families and just when I think she may have to start repeating some of the plots, she pulls out a fresh one! I looked forward to Nix and Mac's story. And while it wasn't as full of angst as some in the past, I felt like this was the story suited for these two. It was perfect, from beginning to end. And the spice was there to enhance the story throughout. Can't wait for the next one!

I ✨LOVED✨ this book. I wish I had time to go re-read all of the previous series, because I am literally obsessed with the Kroydon Hills crew! This book had all of the things you expect and love in a Bella Matthews book - spice, laughter and so much swoon. I love the Krodyon Hills universe Bella has created; the girl squads and guy groups. I so enjoy that you get to revisit the past couples in all the books, and see how their stories continue. I honestly highlighted half of the book - between spicy scenes, Nix and Mac swoon, and the always funny group texts. (Bella, please never stop writing the group texts!) **Possibly Spoilery Review Below** Nix and Mac were so perfect. In the book and for each other. They *both* started out adamant that they didn't want a relationship to interfere with their careers, both noticing how much the other had ~grown up~ since they were teenagers, to finally both finding the piece they were missing in the other. The fake dating, ~spicy lessons~ and then secret dating were a fun combination, and I loved the family aspect of this too. The "pressure" from their friends and family, grossing each other's siblings out with s.e.x. talk, Kenzie/Leo and the apple! Now, where can I find a Nix in real life? texts. (Bella, please never stop writing the group texts!) **Possibly Spoilery Review Below** Nix and Mac were so perfect. In the book and for each other. They *both* started out adamant that they didn't want a relationship to interfere with their careers, both noticing how much the other had ~grown up~ since they were teenagers, to finally both finding the piece they were missing in the other. The fake dating and ~spicy lessons~ were a fun combination, along with the "pressure" from their friends and family. Now, where can I find a Nix in real life?

4.25 stars There were so many great moments in this love story between Kenzie and Nixon. I loved they had a history so there was already this established relationship filled with caring and respect. The chemistry between them was great. I loved the flirting and the banter. The sexy lessons were sizzling, but those scenes were always balanced with the affection and intimacy between them, which was nice. It didn’t just feel like a smut fest, which it could easily done with the lessons. The affection and intimacy were probably what I enjoyed the most about the book. Overall, I just thought they had a good relationship. Yet at the same time I thought there were some things that were missing. Even though there was some build up and angst, I thought things happened on the quick side for them. It was almost too easy to get there. I wanted a little bit more of a romantic journey for them. Partly they did have a romantic journey through years of knowing each other and developing feelings for one another over the passage of time, but that was never really shown, but inferred. I just needed a bit more than that because I felt a chunk of their story was missing because of that. Admittedly there were a lot of characters to keep track of and relationships of those said characters. Even though it was overwhelming at first, I came to love the family and friend dynamics. It made me invested in not only in Kenzie and Nixon’s story even more but the other characters stories as well. Plus it was just hilarious all the ribbing and teasing going on. It was a fun part of the story.

This book is so good! Ares had been my favorite for so long but oof Nixon came into the picture and I think it’s safe to say that they now share that title. I’m so happy Kenzie finally got her happy ending and with none other than Nixon 😍😮‍💨 This is written so beautifully and gave me all the feels. Their group chats are always hilarious. It’s something I look forward to reading. 😂 Nixon just returned back to Kroydon Hills the same Kenzie went to DC. I remember him in the Knockout and he was such a great brother to Grace, accompanying her to Ares’ father’s funeral. He offered his silent support to his sister and did not cause any ruckus even after learning that they are together. I totally loved him then but I fell in love more with him in this book. As the saying goes, silent waters run deep. Nixon is just like that. He bulldozed his way in Kenzie’s life and turned it upside down in a very good way. Kenzie on the other hand was in Kroydon until she went to DC for her residency. She is focused on her career and there were no mentions of past boyfriends on other books. She kept to herself most of the time and seems to be always busy studying. She has been a good friend to every one of her best friends. She saw them find their happy ending one by one and by the time she was back to Kroydon, she’s the only single one among them. She was not looking for anything relationship because she is so dedicated to her career. But then Nixon offered himself up on a silver platter and she was not able to resist no matter how hard she tried. Their story transitioned smoothly. I really love how patient Nixon is when it comes to Kenzie. He supports her in any way he can and does not take offense when she was busy with her work. They work so well together! He is really perfect for Kenzie 🥰