Talia Hibbert is one of the main reasons that I read romcoms. She manages to combine situations I can relate to (and that have people who look like me in them) with warm and witty escapism.

This is the third in the Brown sister’s trilogy - the first 2 focus on Eve’s older sisters Chloe and Dani - but it’s not quite as strong as the others. Eve and Jacob, the main characters, were perfectly likeable, but a bit 2-D. And there are a couple of major plot points that are picked up and then dropped.

Also, the Flighty Girl Meets Uptight Boy plot isn’t very sturdy. This meant I wasn’t carried away by the story or rooting for the characters. I totally understand that you know what’s going to happen when you read a romance novel. That’s part of what you’re signing up for. But in this book, it’s also clear exactly how it’s going to happen which, unfortunately, squeezes some of the joy out of reading it.

That said, I really enjoy the inclusivity in Talia Hibbert’s books. They’ve made me realise how aggressively exclusive the majority of romance novels are. As well as being entertained, I always feel like I’ve learned something. (And not in a dull, finger-wagging way.)

Thank you Little Brown and NetGalley for the early review copy.

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The third and final instalment of the Brown Sisters series. Eve Brown is the youngest sister and altogether a little bit spoiled and irresponsible. She hasn’t found her place in the world yet and tends to flit from career option to career option never fully seeing anything through and alway relying on her parents to bail her out. However, when Eve shuts down her wedding planning business before it’s even had a chance, her parents give her an ultimatum, they’re cutting her off from her trust fund unless she can find and hold down a job for a whole year.
It true spoiled Eve form, she storms out of the house and gets in her car. She isn’t paying any attention to where she is going, and the next thing she’s knows she’s outside of a cute b&b in the Lake District who are looking for a chef. Although she has real culinary training or experience, as is her style, she decides to drop into the interview and see how it goes. What she doesn’t see coming is a series of events which will encourage her to finally take stock, evaluate her own life and decision and potentially fall in love.
The man who she may fall in love with is Jacob. Jacob owns the b&b and has his own issues to deal with, not only is he autistic but he also has abandonment and trust issues from difficulties in his childhood. He is extremely over bearing, controlling and generally unappreciative of others. Eve is everything he should hate in a human being, but for some reason the things he despises about her are also the things he finds himself attracted to.
What I’ve thoroughly enjoyed about the Brown Sisters series, is that despite them being very predictable and cliche, they each have difficult topics which usually would become the focus of a book that instead Hibbert normalises and although it shapes the story it isn’t the be all and end all. In this story it is Jacob’s autism and the learned behaviours that those with autism adopt to help them get through day to day life. I also love that there is a part of the story which reminds us that diagnosis are not always required but sometimes self-acknowledgement of own behaviours is enough.
Overall, I enjoyed this book. It was steamy and romantic in all of the right ways. I’m going to miss these sisters!

I put off reading Act Your Àge, Eve Brown because I adored Take a Hint, Dani Brown which was hands down one of my best reads of 2020. Thankfully, when I finally got round to reading it, Act Your Age, Eve Brown did not disappoint. It was cute and funny and positively swoony. Eve and Jacob were great characters, instantly likeable both individually and as a couple. The only downside is that there are no more Brown sisters, although there is a spin off series in the works to console myself with...

Act you Age Eve Brown
By Talia Hibbert
Pub Date 9 March 2021
I loved this book this is the third in the series. I loved all the books in the series. The writing style was beautiful written and brilliant. I loved the chemistry between characters in this story Eve and Jacob had amazing chemistry between them. There quite a few Sexy Scenes in this story that make you blush. This book is the best out of the three I loved Eve character was so much fun. I can’t wait to read more from Talia Hibbert.

Another Talia Hibbert book that I absolutely loved! This was another fantastic book in the Brown sisters series and maybe even my favourite!

This is the third and final book in Talia Hibbert's series about the Brown sisters and they've all been a delight. If you've read the other two books in the series, you've caught glimpses of Eve, but I think whatever the opinions are you've formed of her, you're probably wrong. It was a fascinating surprise getting to know her and watch her journey. And Jacob is a great hero - as the book unfolds you realise that he's autistic but that's not the most important thing about him - and nor should it be - but it's still quite rare to see autistic characters getting their own love stories, so it feels unusual. This is a slow burn, dislike at first sight, enemies to lovers forced proximity romance - all tropes which I love.

The chemistry and banter between Eve and Jacob is great and the sex scenes are really, really steamy - if we were in the beforetimes and I had been reading on a train I would have been blushing. I also loved the way that you see the two of them working out and navigating their relationship and its parameters. And there is also no stupid drama for the sake of it here. The conflict is well-thought out and really works - and if something could be sorted out with a conversation then it probably will be, which is also a really positive at this point in time. There's no coronavirus in this books, but it very much is exactly the sort of book I want - no need - to read after a year of Covid-19 life. And on top of that you get some more of Gigi, the girl's fabulous grandmother and appearances from the other sisters and their partners. Just lovely. I'm looking forward to whatever Hibbert writes next - but I'm really hoping that the next thing is about Jacob's best friend...

Eve Brown stole my heart from the very first page of this book, I could relate with Eve so much as the spoilt younger sister trying to prove herself! Eve had a sweet naivety to her that her older sisters did not, she wasn't independent or confident in herself but she was trying to be. Her attempts at helping to run the B&B were hilarious, Eve could be the funniest of the three sisters, she's definitely my favourite! I love how slowly her romance with Jacob began, with a focus on friendship and trust. Eve's self-discovery of being autistic was also incredible to watch unfold on the page, Talia Hibbert's inclusion of two very different autistic characters will hopefully help quash the typical stereotypes of autism readers might expect to come across. Talia Hibbert creates the most refreshingly real characters, I love them all! Each book in this series has got better and better. I now wish there were twelve Brown sisters, so the series didn't have to end!

The third in the Brown Sisters Series, and what a conclusion this was.

I've loved this series all the way through. Talia Hibbert knows how to write steamy adult romances filled with ALL of the rep and I appreciate the dedication and talent.

This book was fantastic. Featuring autism rep (do check out own voices reviews for this) that I think was done brilliantly. I loved both Eve and Jacob in this. Montrose was a great side character. And it was so good to see Chloe Red Dani and Zaf again too.

I loved the dynamic between Eve and Jacob and how their relationship evolved. Perfectly done enemies to lovers.

Just couldn't fault this book at all.

In USA Today bestselling author Talia Hibbert's newest romcom, the flightiest Brown sister crashes into the life of an uptight B&B owner and has him falling hard - literally. Perfect for fans of Sally Thorne, Jasmine Guillory and Helen Hoang.
Spoilers ahead.
I am no expert in romance books, I will be the first to admit that, I've read some other writers but let me tell you, Talia Hibbert has just made me purchase all her books, because this book is a delight and a book I just could not stop reading, you would have to pry the e-reader from my hands to stop me from reading this book.

The characters, the setting, the plot are all wonderful. I love Eve so much, she is so full of life but also flawed and human and incredibly relateable and so is Jacob, and these two make such a cute pair eventually in this book who are incredibly well developed with a supporting case that makes me really want these books to become TV shows they would be incredible.

Yes, I know the plot is very usual for a romance book but I loved it, I every second and I loved every twist. Hibbert has the perfect formula for romance and this book is certainly proof of that as she just delivers a book full of heartwarming moments and heartbreaking realness that just leaves you wanting more - I am already nostalgic for this book.

Just a pleasure to read from beginning to end and I wish a dude like Jacob for all people (he's so respectful of her, and I love him for it).

Thank you for allowing me a copy to review, NetGalley!

Thankyou to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me a copy of this book. i had not read anything by this author previously so i did start with Get a Life Chloe Brown and thought it was just ok however Act your Age, Eve Brown was definitely the best book of the three books. I loved the characters, i loved the plot and i loved the writing style. Definitely recommend,

Eve Brown had been organising a wedding, but after a fall-out with the bride after the big day, she decides to re-examine her career choice. Her parents grumble at her flightiness and give her an ultimatum - find a job and stay in it for a year or face getting cut-off. With this, she flees home and finds herself at Castell Cottage, a B&B owned by Jacob Wayne, and she decides to attend their chef interviews impromptu. After a hilarious incident with her car and Jacob, she finds herself armed with a new job, a bunch of customers to look after, and a hot boss who she loves to annoy.

I love the representation of the autistic characters within this one, and Eve is incredibly likeable. Whilst the plot is a tad predictable, the cast of characters are all well-developed and realistic. There were some steamy elements that I was not expecting, but these balance out the angst nicely. The relationship between Eve and Jacob is developed quickly, but this doesn't come across as insincere or forced and the novel as a whole is great escapism that oozes charm.

I hadn't read the other books in the Brown Sisters series but I can safely say my lack of knowledge from those two didn't affect my reading of this one. This contemporary romance works as a stand-alone novel and is enjoyable and funny.

*Thanks to Netgalley and Little, Brown Book Group UK for the ARC

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for giving me an ARC of this book!

I really enjoyed this read, it was something different to what I have been reading lately, It was good to see that Eve was learning to stand on her own two feet even though it proved difficult and some points. It felt very realistic in the sense that bumps do happen in real life, many happen, actually. It was a refreshing read as it felt relatable.

This was my first foray into the world of the Brown sisters and I loved the representation in this book. I enjoyed the humorous yet personally relatable exploration of autism, and the diverse range of characters. It's a fun light-hearted read, however, the storyline was obvious from the beginning and I felt the romance dragged on somewhat. The misunderstandings and misdirections were cute, but too many and unnecessary.

I will still look out for the other Brown sisters and future novels!

Act Your Age, Eve Brown is a wonderful, heart-warming and utterly charming story.

I’m well aware that I’m late to the Talia Hibbert hype train, but I am fully on board. They just write such amazing romances, packed full of heart and wit. The chemistry and dynamics are just perfect, largely due to the strength of both their characters and their immense talent. I really appreciate the inclusion and representation as well. The Brown Sisters trilogy has just been immaculate, so this review is kind of a love letter to them all.

Jacob and Eve are so easy to connect with and feel so realistic. I’m a big fan of the pessimistic and sunshine character clash that slowly grows into something more. Their banter just worked so well and the setting of the B & B added to the wholesome, heart-warming feel of their entire story. Also, the representation of autistic characters on page where their needs and worldview are discussed, but it’s also not the only trait the author defines them as - sheer excellence. Throughout the trilogy, Hibbert has strived to include Black excellence, other POC, mental health and chronic illness/disability representation. They have made three-dimensional, brilliant characters that a range of people can see their experiences reflected in and I can only salute them for that.

I also love how Hibbert’s characters are always humanely messy and flawed. They miscommunicate, make mistakes and don’t see what’s staring right at them, just as in real life. You just feel completely enveloped in the stories. Every time, I’m just had to binge the book as I cannot bring myself to leave this wonderful world I’ve found. Yet again, the romance just is perfect. It’s that right mix of adorable cuteness and more that burns slowly, moving from dislike to love. The chemistry is off the charts and you cannot help but root for these two to make it.

Act Your Age, Eve Brown is a hopelessly romantic and wonderful conclusion to a fantastic trilogy.

Well what can I say about this book that others probably haven't already. I have really enjoyed the Brown sisters trilogy and I think Eve may be my favourite one.
Eve is trying to figure out her life and is running away from various calamities when she stubbles upon a job advertisement in a small BnB in the Lake District. Enter Jacob and the enemies to lovers trope begins.
This was laugh out loud funny at times, but also explores autism and diagnosis of it. I really enjoyed the secondary characters and the setting as well as the general dialogue between the characters.
There was plenty of steam but it wasn't overwhelming and there was still plenty of plot to enjoy as well.
Loved it and would recommend even if you haven't read the others

I simply adore The Brown Sisters novels. Get a Life, Chloe Brown was wonderful. Chloe and Red were fantastic characters, and I loved their budding romantic relationship. The novel also had an authentic portrayal of chronic illness/pain and dealt with abuse sensitively. Take a Hint, Dani Brown was equally as fantastic. I loved seeing more of Dani. While we met her and the extended family in the first novel, it was great to get to explore more of her personality. Zaf was a great protagonist as well – I appreciated his love for romance books! Again, the book dealt with issues of abuse and grief with sensitivity and authenticity. Both books were also greatly entertaining and funny.

Having read both these books in quick succession, I was most thoroughly excited to get my hands on Act Your Age, Eve Brown. And woohoo! I was accepted for an ARC! And oh, Eve Brown did not disappoint at all. It was spectacularly wonderful.

The novel opens with our titular character feeling lost, unsure what to do with her life. Every career venture she tries she feels as if she fails at, so she gives up on it, only to move on to another, and repeat. Finally, her parents confront her about it, giving her an ultimatum. They will no longer be giving her money from the trust fund until she can show she can hold down a job for at least a year. So, she sets off in a fit of anger and shame, where she finds herself sitting outside a B&B that is advertising for a new head chef. So, of course, she applies. Not only is the interview a car crash (well, to Jacob - the owner, it was, but Mont, his best friend, convinced him otherwise), but not long after leaving does she then manage to run over Jacob as he comes to offer her the job . . .

And oh my gosh, I shouldn't laugh, but the scene where Eve accidentally backs in to him and knocks him flat over was hilarious. I had to put the book down to take a breath several times because I was just cackling at Eve's descriptions of him laying on the floor, and Jacob's complete and utter disbelief.

After Mont runs over, he instructs Eve that she must now go inside and help out at the B&B because Jacob will be busy at the hospital, seeing to his various bumps, bruises and breaks. And ah, what follows from then is great.

I loved seeing Jacob and Eve's relationship flourish. From the way they began to notice little things about each other, the sassy banter between them, they way they challenged each other. Absolutely brilliant. And oh my goodness, the sexy times...

I really did enjoy the B&B setting! Jacob and Eve in the storage room closest accidentally overhearing guests, the pond, the kitchen scenes, not to mention the 'oh, by the way, I am sort of accidentally living in your spare room'.

I couldn't believe it though, after both Chloe Brown and Dani Brown's books which I adored, somehow this one came along and was even more of my favourite!! I will be shouting about this book - the entire trilogy, really - from the roof tops.

The side characters were great too, and I was happy to see the other Brown Sisters in this and Red and Zaf (ugh, they're such sweeties) and I'm really excited to hear Mont is getting his own book!!!! (Talia said on Twitter that Mont was the hero of their next book, ahhh!!!!)

All in all, 5 stars. And I'm very excited to read what Talia has coming up next.

Having read and enjoyed the previous two books in the series, I was looking forward to reading this. It focuses on the youngest Brown sister, Eve who is a bit of a hot mess and is the despair of her parents as she struggles to hold down a job. When she finally finds a job she loves, it comes with a pretty perfect boss, Jacob. Seemingly polar opposites in many ways, the sparks soon begin to fly!

The book delivered more of what Hibbert does very well - its a heartwarming rom-com with a diverse cast of characters and deals with issues, in this case autism, in a light-handed and sensitive way. The series is pretty steamy, though I was prepared for that having read the first two books, but overall they are a great fun read. I look forward to seeing what Hibbert does next.

I love, love, love Hibbert’s writing, she explored romance in a contemporary setting with a diverse mix of characters. In Eve Brown Hibbert goes the extra mile to include and not hide away, her neurodivergent cast. Eve and Jacob are both autistic and they show this in very different behaviours.

In this book we meet Eve, who I would like to confirm is not a hot mess - we’ve all been there, right? Not really known what to do with ourselves and our lives! Eve is struggling to hold down education and then a career, so after an argument with her parents (her very judgy and rude parents), she leaves their house to prove she can get a job all on her own and support herself. Eve’s parents do not come across well in this novel and I was really disappointed in Gigi not having more involvement in the situation!

Anyway, Eve meets Jacob who owns a cosy and perfect B&B in the countryside and finds herself helping out around the place after an unfortunate incident involving her car … lol.
Eve’s growing relationship with Jacob is a really nice development through the pages and helps her understand her behaviours as she develops through the narrative whereas Jacob is living with a diagnosis of autism from his childhood. I think Hibbert did a great job of showing that autism displays itself in many different ways and these often don’t get picked up on until way into adulthood.

There is also steaminess! As expected in Hibbert’s books! And actually, Eve Brown includes a scene involving a sex toy which to be honest, I haven’t seen in a book before (although I admit, I don’t read all the romance so maybe I’m missing something that is actually quite prevalent?). Away from the sexiness, Eve and Jacob are so cute together; they bounce off each other with Eve’s sharp with and Jacob’s bluntness. I felt like they were perfect for each other and the steamy scenes were actually delicious.

I’m sad to see the end of the Brown sisters tales but I am very glad I can pick them all back up again from the beginning! I'd recommend The Brown Sisters books if you like a steamy romance with a decent story of believable (and oh so lovable) characters!

Thank you as always to Netgalley and the publisher for very kindly gifting me this book!

I must admit... this was an absolute slog to get through which is very unlike the first 2 books!

I’m all up for a slow burn but legit nothing happens until 59% then from there they have sex twice, a tiny fight and then the book ends.

I’m just so disappointed! I feel awful about it but it just didnt read like the same writing as the other books, i didnt take to Eve in the same way that i did to Chloe and Dani. I also didnt care for Jacob as much!

Ive seen other absolute rave reviews so it may just be a me thing and i will still absolutley read anything else Talia Hibbert writes!

I’m so sad this is the last book of the Brown sisters series. I’ve loved them all. Talia is a genius. She proves every time that readers can fall in love with, and root for, any character, regardless of race, colour, body shape, whether they are disabled or neurodiverse. We don’t actually care about any of that, just their personalities and connection. Funny, hot and just lovely - the perfect ending to an awesome series of romance novels.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.