About the Book:

Title: Maybe This Once

Author: Sophie Sullivan

Publisher: St. Martin’s Griffin

Release Date: February 10, 2026

Pages: 336

Genre: Adult Contemporary Romance

Synopsis:

Two people end up with more feelings than they bargained for after pursuing a summer fling, in this small-town, opposites-attract romance from Sophie Sullivan.

Charlotte “Charlie” Ashford has worked hard to become her own person. Tired of living in the shadow of her famous parents, she gladly left behind a life of glitz and glamour to pursue her true passion: becoming a counselor. However, when a viral video upends Charlie’s plans, she wonders if the real key to discovering herself is through her late father.

Grayson Keller has finally found his footing. He’s settled in one place, surrounded by family, and secure in his business. By his third summer as owner, Get Lost Lodge is showing a steady profit and seeing its fair share of repeat visitors. Whatever happens, Grayson is perfectly content with his quiet life and careful heart. That is, until he meets Charlie, who he can’t seem to get out of his head.

On the surface, Charlie and Grayson seem to have nothing in common more than a growing attraction that neither of them can fight. Trusting each other isn’t easy. They’ve both been hurt before, and they’re not looking for anything serious. The solution is easy: they’ll date, have some fun, and walk away unscathed. Right? Or, maybe this once, they can see past the hurt to what, or who, is on the other side waiting for them.

Review:

*I received an e-arc via Netgalley and the publisher. Thank you to Netgalley and St. Martin’s Griffin for the opportunity to review. All thoughts are my own*

I really enjoy Sophie Sullivan’s books, and this was such a cute addition to the Rock Bottom Love series. This book could be read as a standalone, but I recommend reading the other books in the series’ first as they are all interconnected.  If you enjoy small town, opposites attract, found family, and forced proximity tropes, I think you will enjoy this romance.

Charlie and Greyson are so cute together! They both came to the relationship with a lot of baggage, but I felt that that is what made it work for them. I love also how Charlie fit right in with the family and that Greyson has finally found someone. I had been waiting for his turn!

I definitely recommend!

 

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