The setting feels like a character itself—vibrant, quirky, and filled with the kind of nosy neighbors that make small-town tropes so addictive.
Canterbary is a master of tension. The transition from "fake" to "real" is paced beautifully, focusing on how they integrate into each other's daily lives before the physical payoff. In a Jam by Kate Canterbary
Shay Zucconi is at a dead end. She’s just been dumped, she’s jobless, and her grandmother’s will has a bizarre stipulation: to inherit the family tulip farm in Friendship, Rhode Island, Shay has to live there for a year and get married. The setting feels like a character itself—vibrant, quirky,
Noah is the ultimate "stern brunch" hero. He’s practical, slightly overwhelmed by fatherhood, and deeply devoted. Shay is resilient and witty, making their banter feel sharp and earned rather than sugary. Shay Zucconi is at a dead end
Noah’s daughter, Gennie, is one of the best-written kids in contemporary romance. She isn’t just a prop; she has a distinct, precocious personality that adds genuine heart (and humor) to the story.