Best Friends For Never is Parker Pruitt and Noel Carter’s small town, second chance romance. It’s book three in the Everhope Road Series and it’s set in the Emerald Grove, Washington. From the moment I picked this book up I was captivated and there was no putting down until I had read the final line. Movie star Noel broke Parker’s heart but now he is back home and when they reconnect they realise they both still have feelings for each other. So can the big movie star win back the heart of the towns sweetheart…. What follows is an entertaining, witty and passionate story as Noel and Parker look at their past and get to know each other all over again.

Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Spice 🌶️🌶️

Noel and Parker were inseparable as kids. But life took them in different directions. Parker wanted to stay in their small town and a Noel wanted to chase his Hollywood dreams.

Now Noel is back to help with a dedication to the town theater being rebuilt. And to face the one that got away… Parker. But their story may not be over and the love was need lost.

Thank you to Valentine PR for allowing me to review this book.

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𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 is a rom-com standalone by Teagan Hunter that features a second chance romance for the famous actor and the small town girl he left behind! Noel and Parker brought all the feisty banter, some public spicy scenes, and an obvious soul-deep connection that had me loving them! The Emerald Grove setting brought endearing family, quirky townspeople, and irresistible small town charm. From a charity date auction to a temperamental pet cat, to an unusual but perfect friendship between Parker and Axel, I was hooked for every fun and emotional moment. I may have wanted to shake their younger selves for their poor communication and decisions, but I enjoyed the ride as they decided if they could build a future with their drastically different lives!

I received an ARC for free, and am leaving this review voluntarily.
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4.5

Teagan's newest book is a cozy small town second chance love story. Parker and Noel were friends growing up. Noel went to Los Angles but Parker stayed in their small town. Fast forward 10 years, Noel's small town is dedicating a theater to Noel and they want him to come for the dedication.

This also means that he will see Parker for the first time in a decade.

In true Teagan fashion, you get the banter, the push and pull of the characters, and the quirky townsfolk that enhance the story. This is the perfect book when you are looking for a book that gives you the warm and cozy feelings.

Thank you to Valentine PR for gifting me this E-Arc of Best Friends for Never by Teagan Hunter! This was such a cute small town romance story between two child mood friends 🥹💖

If you know me, you know I love a good small town childhood friends story and this one delivered! This story focused on Parker and celebrity Noel who is one of the hottest actors in Hollywood. He ends up going back to his hometown, Emerald Grove and faces Parker , and feelings start to grow with mixed emotions.

The relationships in this story made me smile because not only did I like how Noel was so supportive of Parker but Axel and Parker’s relationship was just adorable and everything! He was a true friend to her 🫶🏼

Tropes:
Small town
Second chance
Lots of banter
Childhood best friends
Celebrity X Small town girl

I love a good friends to lovers romance - make it friends to enemies to lovers romance - even better! Noel & Parker are best friends growing up. Noel has big dreams of heading to LA to become an actor after they graduate. The night before he leaves he tells Parker how he truly feels about her & asks her to come with him.

Ten years later, he returns to town and they finally reconnect. This one has a bit of a slow start, but once it gets going, it really pulls you in. I really enjoyed the entire cast of characters of this one. I love a small-town with a found family vibe. It's one of my absolute favorite things.

Teagan Hunter delivers a charming and heartfelt romance with Best Friends for Never, a story that perfectly blends humor, slow-burn tension, and just the right amount of spice.

The novel follows Parker and Noel, best friends who have always had an undeniable connection. But when Noel moves to LA, everything changes. Now, years later, he’s back—and Parker isn’t ready to face the feelings she thought she had buried. What follows is a witty, emotional, and engaging journey as they navigate their complicated past and the undeniable chemistry that still lingers between them.

Hunter’s signature humor shines throughout, making this an entertaining and lighthearted read, while the slow-burn romance keeps readers eagerly turning pages. The balance of fun banter, emotional depth, and steamy moments makes Best Friends for Never a delightful book that romance fans will adore.

With lovable characters, a captivating friends-to-lovers dynamic, and a feel-good storyline, this novel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys sweet, funny, and swoon-worthy romances.

It’s been 10 years since Noel and Parker have seen each other and a lot has changed during that time. Including the fact that these two best friends are no longer friends.

Noel is now a big Hollywood star who left his small town. Parker stayed in the small town she grew up, but she has become a major pillar in the community. Despite not seeing each other for a decade these two still have a ton of chemistry, however, there is also a lot of pain and hurt from how things ended between the two of them.

I enjoyed the secondary characters in this story, especially Grams, Parker’s mom, and Axel. Emerald Grove brings all the PNW small town vibes and I absolutely love that.

I went between reading the ebook and listening to the audio for this one. The audio was great and both narrators did a great job at bringing Noel and Parker to life. Definitely worth the listen.

If you’re looking for a small town, second chance, childhood friends to lovers romance check this one out.

Awwwww this book!
I felt like I saw these two grow up right before my eyes. Parker and Noel overcome the hurdle of emotions.

This book took me back to my high school days and makes me think what if I stuck in the theater dept? Where would I be now?

This book was a great one! Recommend it!

I was lucky enough to receive as an ARC 🥰

Best Friends for Never is a heartwarming, witty, and emotional second-chance romance that blends small-town charm with the glitz of Hollywood. It’s a story about childhood best friends, lost time, and the hope that maybe some love stories are meant to have a second act.

Parker Pruitt has spent years dreaming of restoring her town’s historic theater, a project that carries deep sentimental value—especially since she plans to name it after Noel Carter, the boy who once meant everything to her. Noel, now one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, left Emerald Grove behind to chase his dreams, breaking Parker’s heart in the process. When he returns for the theater’s kickoff ceremony, she’s forced to face the flood of emotions she’s buried for a decade.

For Noel, coming home isn’t just a casual visit—it’s an emotional collision with the life he left behind, particularly Parker. While he may be world-famous now, being back in Emerald Grove reminds him of everything he’s missed, especially the girl he once considered his best friend. What starts as a brief weekend trip unexpectedly turns into a six-week stay, and suddenly, time feels both like a gift and a countdown.

The chemistry between Parker and Noel is undeniable, full of unresolved tension, playful banter, and the aching pull of what could have been. As they navigate their complicated past and rekindle their connection, they’re faced with the reality that Noel’s life is in LA, while Parker’s heart remains in their small town. The question lingers—can love bridge the gap between two vastly different worlds, or is this just a fleeting moment before history repeats itself?

Hunter delivers a beautifully crafted romance filled with humor, heart, and just the right amount of angst. Best Friends for Never perfectly captures the magic of first love, the pain of lost time, and the hope that sometimes, love deserves a second chance. Fans of small-town romance, childhood-friends-to-lovers, and Hollywood heartthrobs will be completely swept up in Parker and Noel’s journey.

I enjoyed Parker and Noel. Ten years apart and yet they are able to pick back up. I liked the way their relationship progressed. They both had regrets but were able to work through them. I liked the storyline and the characters. There was steam but plenty of emotions. Overall a really good story I binged in a couple of hours.

Ok, I’m in love with this book!! At first I wasn’t sure I was going to get into it, it dragged a tad in the beginning. Once I learned more about the characters and got to know them, I was invested completely! Talking out loud to the book and all! The dynamic and chemistry between Noel and Parker is on point!! You can’t help but fall in love with them and to have Noel, a theater geek, talk dirty and being such a dominant?!?! Wheeewww!! I was all there for it!

Parker and Noel have been best friends since she was 8. She she’s probably been in love with him her whole life and then he left. It’s been 10 yrs since she’s seen or talked to him and he’s due back in town to the ceremony for the town theatre she just happens to be restoring

Noel, a Hollywood actor is going back home for a ceremony for the town theatre that is being renovated. He loved that theatre, but he loved his ex best friend more and she’s still in that town. He has to go back, but he’s still not over her

Go read this book!!! It releases Feb 25th
I gave it 5 Stars and 4 Spice

Loved it! I have read other novels by this author and loved them. This novel did not disappoint. I love a great small town second chance romance. This novel just checked so many boxes for me, I loved it! From the first chapter this novel sucked me in and grabbed ahold of my attention and held on tight until the very last page. I was so excited to jump into this novel and was not disappointed. I loved Parker and Noel's story. I loved their chemistry. I loved watching them reconnect and lower their walls and defenses and fall in love. So good! Once I started reading I didn't want to put this novel down, I needed to know what was happening next. Just a fun novel to read. I loved it! I can hardly wait to see what this author has coming next. So so good!

I have never met a Teagan Hunter book I didn’t like! This book was no different for me. Teagan Hunter always pulls me into these small towns and makes me want to pack up and move there.
Noel is a small town theatre kid who grew up along side his best friend Parker. Parker stays in their small town while Noel goes to Hollywood to become a star. After 10 years of not talking or seeing each other Noel is back in town for the theatre dedication, and Parker is heading up the restorations.

These 2 were fun to read. There was this angst about them that me waiting to see what happened with them. The nosey neighbors that every small town has were amazing. The meddling grandma and the best friends mom in this book made my heart so happy with their relationships with each main character. Overall I throughly enjoyed this book.

Side note: I have to say I ADORED Axel so much as a side character and truly wanted to know more about him and his wife’s story!

I hate even saying this, but I couldn't finish this one. I love Teagans writing and have read many other books by her that I loved. This one I did not. I am a sucker for second chance and friends to lovers, but this did not work for me.

It was a slow read and I finally said I can't do it anymore at 35%. Many chapters of " you don't keep promises " and " you stayed away, didn't reach out". These two were best friends and something happened.

I know what happened cause I skimmed to find out what the heck happened. I hated giving up on it, but I couldn't get into it..

I loved the story, the plot was good, the characters were easy to love. I wish the chapters we shortened, for certain chapters as I felt they ran on too long. it took me about 45% to actually get into the book but once I did it was a beautiful story ❤️

This is truly a great second chance, small town romance. Parker & Noel grow up best friends, but Noel leaves to pursue his acting dreams & becomes a hot actor. Parker stays in Emerald Grove & becomes a very successful renovator. Things were left unsaid, assumptions made, no phone calls, Noel doesn't come visit for 10 years. But this story has 2 sides......

Now he's back in town & falls back in love with Parker & his hometown. They've always loved each other & I really think were just holding on until the moment they were reunited. There are so many special moments & I love that the second time around nothing gets left unsaid. Will they fight to make it work this time? Spoiler alert, it really is a Hollywood ending.

This book was my first book by Teagan Hunter and I absolutely loved it. It was one of the sweetest stories I have read. I absolutely love small town and second chance romance so this one was a win for me! Thank you for the opportunity to read this as one of my ARC’s it did not disappoint!

“Best Friends for Never” by Teagan Hunter is a small town romance between a movie star and the girl he left behind. I received an advance reader copy of the book from Montlake via Netgalley. Opinions from this review are completely my own.

Main tropes are:
- small town
- second chance romance
- childhood best friends
- banter
- movie star x small town girl

Noel Carter is an actor that comes back to his home town, as the town theater is renovated and will be renamed in his honor. Parker is the designer behind the renovation and Noel’s childhood best friend and first love.

I liked the small town vibe from the book, the meddling Gran and the interactions between Noel and Parker. As soon as they saw each other again it was like the 10 years apart disappeared.
They have great chemistry and the fact that they were friends first and had so many memories together created a strong connection.
There is a bit of a slow burn, but also spice. You could see that they are meant to be together.

This is the first book from this author that I read, but I would like to try others too.

This was my first book by Teagan Hunter.
Oh, this was such a sweet book. Noel, a movie star goes back to his hometown after leaving 10 years ago. Runs into his ex best friend who now hates him.

This book is sweet, but has a little bit of spice. It’s funny and just an all around great book.

I’m looking forward to reading more of Teagan’s books.

Thank you Teagan and to the publisher for this ARC.