I'm a HUGE fan of Kristen Bailey's stories, but unfortunately, her latest Hot to Go is not my fave. A cute romance, but more passion than storyline in my opinion.
Suzie & Charlie meet while on holiday & have a whirlwind romance with plenty of spice. After their holiday, they return to London & find out they're teaching at the same school, but the same passion they had on holiday is just not there. Until a school trip changes things back for them. A 3rd act break up & then a happily ever after with more spice.
The best part of the book was the side characters, the leads character's siblings/cousins are hilarious & I would totally read Lucy's story if Kristen Bailey would like to write it ;)
Thank you, #NetGalley, for allowing me to read Hot to Go. I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book on #NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own, but please add this cute romance story to your TBR list.

First 40% or so was good and then nothing really happened from then on? It just seemed like we were adding random characters so the main characters could talk about the other. I felt like they had no chemistry? Not to mention, there's no way the two of them stay together

Aurelie and Carlos have a holiday fling but they aren’t who they say they are .

Suzie wants a new life and has started a new job in London as a French teacher. Who should she find on her first day ? Carlos but he’s not Carlos .

A rollercoaster romance which will have you laughing throughout.


Lovely to be reunited with familiar faces from previous books .

A perfect summer read in the sun .

Meet Suzie, teacher and newly single thanks to her husband of two years having an affair!
Suzie leaves her home and job for a fresh start. With the summer holidays ahead before starting her new job, there's time for a girls' holiday with her five cousins. Hooking up with Carlos, holiday fling, Suzie (using the alias Aurelia from Fance) wasn't expecting to fall for him, but after he stands her up, she goes home disappointed.
September arrives, and Suzie is not the only new teacher to start. Suzie is shocked to find Carlos is the new Spanish teacher, only he's not Carlos from Spain, he's Charlie from England!
We then follow the highs and lows as the pair try to make a go of the relationship as their true self's without the magic of Spain.

I loved this book. It's a fab, fun summer read, filled with so many funny and satirical points. I was constantly reading out sections to family as they queried my laughter! I loved both Suzie and Charlie's characters and the beautiful relationship each has with their families. Their attitude and connection to their pupils had me wishing they had taught me at school!
I loved hearing their inner dialogue and how it showed that relationships aren't always sunshine and roses. They can be messy with misread signs and false starts. Yes there were moments where you could guess what might happen next but that in no way spoiled it for me. I enjoyed meeting other members of staff and was pleased to discover they have their own stories, which I can't wait to pick up.
If you're looking for a hilarious summer romance for your holiday read, look no further! This is the book for you!

A great lighthearted read that had me laughing out loud and nodding along at the funny anecdotes. A perfect escape for the summer that has you wishing you were in Seville enjoying the sun.

I was approved this ARC via NetGalley and oh my goodness me! Kristen Bailey has done it again! I adore her writing and I loved seeing the relationship bloom between Suzie and Charlie. The story was well written, loved all the characters and particularly enjoyed the laugh out loud parts of the book. Was such a fabulous and pleasant read♥️. Perfect summer read for the weather we have had lately, fitted right in. This title is released on the 18th July 2025, make sure you get yourself a copy, you will not be disappointed🥰

3.75 ⭐️ – A light, charming romcom perfect for summer

Hot to Go is exactly the kind of fun, flirty read you want in your beach bag. From the sunny setting in Mallorca to the whirlwind summer fling that takes a surprising twist, this story delivers on laughs, chemistry, and heartfelt moments.

Suzie and Charlie’s dynamic is filled with witty banter and just the right amount of emotional depth. The writing flows easily, making it a quick, enjoyable read—one you can devour in a couple of sittings.

While the plot follows familiar romcom beats, it stands out thanks to its likable characters, strong dialogue, and vacation vibes. A great pick for readers who love romantic comedies with charm and a touch of chaos.

📲 I’ll also be sharing this review on Instagram later today: @libreriasonora

I enjoyed this book it was hard to get into


Blurb

Meet Suzie Callaghan: French teacher, newly single, newly heartbroken. After an awful break-up, she heads to Mallorca for a much-needed holiday with her cousins, expecting sun, sangria, and siestas.

She isn’t expecting to fall in love – especially not with the handsome Spaniard who rescues her when she gets separated from her group during an ill-judged midnight skinny dip.

But what starts as a steamy holiday romance built on white lies and mistaken identities turns into something more complicated when “Carlos” shows up at the school she works at.

Except his name isn’t Carlos. It’s Charlie Carter, and he’s the new Spanish teacher.

Now they’re stuck in department meetings pretending they haven’t seen each other naked, both feeling thoroughly duped, both wondering if that hot holiday fling can exist in real life? But when they’re thrown together again on a school trip to Seville, the heat between them proves impossible to resist. Meet Suzie Callaghan: French teacher, newly single, newly heartbroken. After an awful break-up, she heads to Mallorca for a much-needed holiday with her cousins, expecting sun, sangria, and siestas.

She isn’t expecting to fall in love – especially not with the handsome Spaniard who rescues her when she gets separated from her group during an ill-judged midnight skinny dip.

But what starts as a steamy holiday romance built on white lies and mistaken identities turns into something more complicated when “Carlos” shows up at the school she works at.

Except his name isn’t Carlos. It’s Charlie Carter, and he’s the new Spanish teacher.

This is a perfect summer read, so funny and cute with plenty of alcohol fuelled adventures but wonderfully supportive family and friends. How the world works in mysterious ways if you just let it work it's magic.

I really enjoyed this rom com novel. It was such a cute and easy to follow read, perfect for the summer months. I loved the characters and the place settings in the book sounded lovely. I highly recommend it to other readers and I look forward to reading more by the author.
🩷 Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for my arc copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley for an advance copy of this book.
Absolutely brilliant! When you laugh out loud at the first page you just know it’s going to be a goodun! The love story between Suzie and Charlie, helped along by a busy Cupid, was such an hilarious journey. And the sex scenes…well, I remember those days, a long, long time ago lol. Nothing too sordid, just a bloody lovely, funny book.
There’s a preview of Sex Ed at the end of this and I’ve added to my list. Will certainly be reading through Kristen Bailey’s backlog now.

First I would like to thank Storm publishing and Kristen Bailey for providing me with an opportunity to review this eARC. I would like to note that although I am incredibly honored, I have come to the realization, that I am not the intended audience for this content, and therefore had to DNF this book at 20%. From what I’ve gathered so far, the book is a dual pov that follows Suzie and Charlie, who happen to meet under difficult circumstances when Suzie becomes estranged from her friend group on their… poorly planned vacation . Although the story line has the potential to unravel into something great, I struggle to follow the dialects as they lack nuance, and the sexual innuendos on almost every page did not help. From my honest opinion this reads like a Wattpad story, which is unique in its own way, but it’s just simply not for me. If you are a Colleen Hoover fan, or are just starting out on your reading journey then this could be the perfect introductory book for you. It is for this reason that I am unable to properly rate this book. I simply suggest those who find this type of content interesting to give it a chance!

This was a fun read that was filled with spice, wit, banter, loving cousins, and beautiful getaways. I found myself longing to be in Mallorca and Seville. I loved the quick wit and innuendos used in the book; it made me laugh and smile. I enjoyed Charlie's character, Suzie frustrated me at times, and I loved Suzie's cousins.

Thank you, NetGalley, for an eARC copy in exchange for my honest review.

I loved the concept of this book but I honestly had a really hard time getting into the story line. I understand the title is Hot To Go but everytime the heat or temperature got mentioned I kept finding myself thinking “okay yeah I get it, it’s hot”

Hot to Go by Kristen Bailey is a friend's to lovers, workplace romance, and second (and third) chance romcom that was such a fun read! Suzie heads to Mallorca with her cousins on holiday after her long time relationship ends due to cheating. She meets Carlos and they form a steamy and instant connection. What was intended as a vacation fling turns into a lot more several months later when they discover they are both teaching at a local school. I adored this book with its immense humor, strong formed characters, and charming storyline. The pacing was just right, allowing for a slow burn tension to build. I would highly recommend this book, especially if you are looking for a fun summer read!

Thank you Netgalley, Storm Publishing, and the author for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The book I was expecting to read was not what I read. Hot to Go by Kristen Bailey was for me a slightly flat- sometime boring other times it was things that for me did not fit in with the storyline.
The characters did not blend, and this made me not really care if they were together or not. The drama took up too much space in my mind while I read. I was hoping for a fun beach read romance but for me that is not what I got.
I have read other books by this author and enjoyed them but for me this was a miss.
Thank you NetGalley, Kristen Bailey and Storm Publishing for the arc of Hot to Go. This is my personal review.

Spicy romance where I imagine everyone is wearing tweed blazers. The characters are cute and quirky and the story flys by!

3.5 ⭐️ Rounded Up

This book was a cute and quirky read with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. I really enjoyed the witty banter between Charlie and Suzie—there were some genuinely fun exchanges that made their romance easy to root for. Their chemistry? ✨On point✨.

That said, some of the plot felt a little drawn out and inconsistent at times, which made the pacing feel a bit off. Still, it’s a quick, enjoyable read—perfect if you’re looking for something light and easy to pick up when your attention span is MIA. 📚💫

I loved the Spanish and French back-and-forth—it added a fun and unique touch—and Suzie’s cousins totally stole the show with their chaotic, hilarious energy. 🇪🇸🇫🇷😂

If you’re after a light rom-com with some international flair and a lovable cast, this one’s worth a try!

📖 Book Review 📖 As always, this is a judgement free zone and nobody will be judging you for singing HOT TO GO! as you read this one (probably in the heat of summer.) After Suzie’s life implodes, her cousins invite her to join them on a 40th birthday bonanza to Mallorca. One spicy escape from reality and a hot vacation hook-up with a presumed local, and she is ready for a return to reality. But what happens when the fling turns out to be the new faculty member at her job back home? Kristen Bailey delivers one scorching summer read. Hot to Go is perfect poolside, beachside, or whenever you go to beat the heat.

Cute story that gave me flashbacks to going on school trips (I wonder what those teachers were up to! lol). It felt a little long at times, but overall it was a fun read.