Off the bat I'm going to say this - if you, like me, are a big fan of second chance, slow burn, really lovely romances - fill your boots. This book has it all in spades and I absolutely loved it. A MMC with tattoos who can cook. Yes please. Aimee Brown is clearly a very skilled author. This is my first experience of something she has written but best believe I will be scouring her back catalogue and adding to my TBR. This book was both fun and satisfying. A perfect summer read. Grab yourself a copy.

Third Time Lucky by Aimee Brown is a heartwarming romantic comedy that explores love, second chances, and personal growth. The story follows the relatable protagonist as she navigates the challenges of reconnecting with an old flame while overcoming her past mistakes. Brown’s writing is witty and engaging, filled with charming characters and emotional depth. The pacing is smooth, keeping readers hooked from start to finish. It's a delightful, feel-good read perfect for fans of contemporary romance.

I am torn on how to honestly review this book. I always want to support authors and their work, because I understand how challenging writing and publishing can be. However, I want to be honest and forthcoming in my reviews, and I hope this review gives balance for both the things I liked and the things I didn’t.

There were things about this book that I liked: Asher is really a great guy. Aaron is a bit unhinged, but he is funny. I do like Lucy’s friendship with Madi, and her relationship with her grandmother Mitzi is awesome. I like how Asher and Lucy wrap up their past friendship and relationship with Kris; that part of the story was really well done. The story wraps up very well, and that brought a sense of satisfaction.

There were a few things about the book that I absolutely did not like at all. The event that led up to the breakup of Lucy’s almost-marriage was just horrible. The scene with Asher and his phone recording was awful. The language in the beginning of the book was really more than “spicy” would indicate–definitely rated R (to be honest, I almost quit reading at that point. When the reviews from the book tour started coming in as very complimentary, I kept reading). Lucy’s treatment of her former fiancé, while in some ways justified, was not in any way honorable. She said some pretty awful things to him in a later scene that, while the narration would lead us to believe it made Asher admire her, it would absolutely make me think twice about getting together with that person. She was vicious, and that did not seem to go along with the sweet person she had been up until that point.

Another issue I had was one that often happens with eARC book copies. There were many errors in the review copy I received, and more than a punctuation error or two. There were a few spots where the writing was unclear, or words were out of order. There were a few phrases that made me wonder if the UK editors had tried to rephrase things to make it more consistent with British phrasing rather than American, even though the author is American. I usually don’t let these occasional errors get into my reviews, but this book needed a bit more editing. Since this is not the first book I’ve read from this publisher, Boldwood Books, I’m sure their editing team did their due diligence for the final copy.

Overall, I am giving this book ⭐⭐⭐three stars. I would honestly recommend you read other book reviews on this book to get a more balanced view on the book itself.

Lucky number three for Asher and Lucy. Having met before on two heartbreaking occasions, the third time and the planets seem to align.
I love Mitzi the most, what an octogenarian she is.
The story is super sweet all the way through, I generally like my romances to have a bit of heat to them but this kind of sweet love always has a place.
It is a super quick read, I finished it in just under 24hours including sleep and work so its very easy to get through.
I really liked all the relationships, Madi, Aaron, Lucy and Asher all have really special friendships.
There were also interesting side characters, Tanner made me laugh and we met, very briefly, Asher and Aaron's older sister Alyssa. I think she would have a great story to tell should the author decide to revisit this setting.
I will definitely read more by this author as I really enjoyed this book.

Rating: 3.5/5
I highly advise having a snack or a full stomach while reading Third Times Lucky. Because if you don’t, you may find that you’re likely to stop several times throughout the story. Reading about handmade marshmallows for a s’mores cheesecake and Chicken Tikka Masala may do that.

Asher, a professional chef, is in Vegas at the same time as his childhood best friend, Lucy, whom he hasn’t seen for years. Lucy is getting married, though, and Asher interrupts the wedding with upsetting news about the groom, solidifying Lucy’s decision not to marry. Their paths cross again months later under different circumstances, and food and a meddling, hilarious grandmother are involved.

Asher is the sweetest, and Lucy is adorably awkward. They make such a great couple, and of course, Lucy’s grandmother, Mitzi, knows that. I loved how Mitzi was more of a friend to Lucy, not just a grandmother who meddles. And she had some profound things to say about life. The overall story is pretty light without spice. Adding Asher’s brother and Lucy’s friend Madi, with some side drama, made a good story. I did enjoy the ending. It was a surprise to me.

💛 Third Time Lucky by Aimee Brown ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I totally dove into this story and couldn’t put it down! This book is warm, funny, and such a quick, enjoyable read. You have to meet Asher! He’s seriously the sweetest, most understanding, and all-around perfect book boyfriend. The whole journey from past hurts to unexpected love is super charming and emotional. Plus, the second-chance romance and quirky family vibes make it even better. Also, the story being told from different POVs is a lovely touch, allowing us to experience the heartwarming moments without any doubt. If you love rom-coms and want to read an unforgettable love, this one’s a must-read before summer’s over!!! ☀️⛱️

If you enjoy romantic comedy, believing in second chances, like happy endings, fast and easy-to-read beach reads, love the style of Abby Jimenez and Emily Henry; then this one is definitely for you!

This is an ARC review. I appreciate receiving this copy from NetGalley and the publisher in return for an honest review.

I have enjoyed the other books by this author that I’ve read, and this one was just as good! It started with some really bits very similar to a couple rom-com movie favorites, such as the cheating aspect of The Wedding Singer. But there was a lot more to the story than just that. Asher and Lucy had a past. Not a romantic one, but one that was emotional. And they reconnect at another event that is Asher having to give her some horrible news. But that’s not the end of it.

Once Lucy is back at home, and has to move out from her cheating ex-fiance’s house, she ends up moving in with her grandmother Mitzi. Now I was unsure at first if I would like the grandmother, I mean she seemed to be all about the wedding. But she did stick on Lucy’s side when it all went downhill, so it was easy to soon fall in love with her grandmother. Neither Lucy or Mitzi were cooks, and since Mitzi was wealthy, she paid to hire a personal chef for them. And it turned out that Asher was the chef!

Asher’s brother Aaron was total playboy, love ’em-physically-and leave ’em. But he’s along for the ride and brings connections between the two not only through what he says to push them together, but also because he’s still hooking up now with Lucy’s friend Madi. So we get a little bit of a second couple through the story as well. For the most part though, Asher and Lucy’s path to get together is pretty smooth. There’s a lot of not being sure if the other one is feeling the same, or being shy, or wondering if it is okay based on their past to get together. While Asher is able to know how he feels and be sure first, Lucy’s most recent relationship gone wrong is keeping her from jumping wholeheartedly in. Especially when the big drama between Aaron and Madi happens and is kind of what causes a 3rd act space between Lucy and Asher. While I get Lucy’s point a little, I also don’t think it is fair of her to be upset with Asher as much as she is over that. But that’s me.

This is a pretty closed door romance, with alluding to what is happening with other people, such as the cheating groom, and Madi and Aaron at the drive-in movie.

I did have a little issue with some of the dialog. While I am normally someone who wants it to sound real and not stilted proper English, there were several times that the characters said “ya” instead of “you” that seemed a little out of place for me. The ending went on a bit long for me, but it was lots of happiness for our main couple and their friends, so it’s hard to complain about that!

I would firstly just like to say a big thank you to Rachel’s Random Resources who very kindly forwarded me an arc copy of this book, for my Kindle, in return for my honest review.

This brand new book is billed as a laugh out loud, gorgeously funny, deeply romantic story and follows Asher and Lucy as she is moving on through the loss of a loved one.

I loved this story from start to finish and it pulled me in right from the very beginning. I read each chapter really quickly and each one very cleverly pushed me along to the next one until i very quickly came to the end and that all important happy-ever-after.

Third Time Lucky was beautifully written, heartwarming and had all the feels too, the descriptions of all the locations were wonderful and i could imagine myself being there. It is a second chance, slow burn, closed door romance, with the wonderful trope where he falls first, i do love that trope! I loved Asher and Lucy but most of all i fell in love with Grandma Mitzi, she was a hoot!!

I really enjoyed this book, it was such an easy read and i loved the slow build all the way through to the happy-ever-after…..

I found this a sweet read, about overcoming your past and finding love.
Full of fun it would make a good summer read, Lucy and Asher make a great couple he is so supportive he makes a great book boyfriend.
I did find myself laughing quite a few times during the book, great for all romcom fans.

Thank you for having me on the tour

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Really 2.5 rounded up.

The title is catchy, which sucked me in.

It's about Lucy who is a bride jilted at the altar, but truly saved from the biggest mistake of her life; by none other than her dead-high-school-boyfriend's-best-friend. Asher and his brother ran into Lucy at her bachelorette party and she invited them to her fiancé's bachelor party. Yeah, that's awkward. Anyway, Asher caught the groom-to-be hooking up with someone, not the bride. And guilt over takes him and he stood up at Lucy's ceremony and objected the wedding.

Going from there, I get that Lucy is hurt, gun-shy from men, and seems like every time she gives her whole heart away something bad happens. But she has a crush on Asher. Meanwhile, Asher is having feelings for not the Lucy he knows in HS, but the Lucy as the person now. Anyway, you go thru the journey for Asher to come to terms with his feelings and courting Lucy. For Lucy to realized: wow, this is truly what love should be. That's all good and great, but! I feel like we spent too much time invested in Asher's brother Aaron and Lucy's BFF Madi's relationship development.

I also thought for the 3rd act, it was highly unfair. Again, understand where Lucy came from - a place of hurt- but to throw everything she knew about Asher both from HS and present day and think that Asher is as much of a f-boy as his brother was ludicrous and unwarranted.

Sorry I like Asher as a book boyfriend more than any of the characters in this book. He's understanding, thoughtful, polite, and worship Lucy. She almost throws it all away because her head is up her ass. Not to mention, their chemistry were dismal. They don't hold hands much, the kissing they do is very limited. I'm not saying this needs to be open door, but if Aaron & Madi has more steamy action than the main characters, which story am I actually reading here?

Thanks to NetGalley & Boldwood Books for the ARC in exchange for honest opinion.

I really enjoyed this story. The romance is sweet. Asher and Lucy are great characters. Their path to HEA was a healing journey for a lot of reasons. I also enjoyed the happenings with the side characters. There is humor, love, family, grief, and growth in the pages. I will definitely read this author again.

I liked this one if you like Emily Henry you will defo like this

Could a blast from the past be the secret ingredient to their future?

Asher Wright has spent his career creating and concocting the perfect dishes and is about to open his very own restaurant. Life is good. His love life, however, is far from cooking! He hasn’t thought about Lucy Gray in years – not since they both graduated, reeling from the shocking loss of her then boyfriend and his best friend Kris, who tragically died at 18. So when he witnesses the breakdown of her wedding in all its humiliating glory - old wounds and long-buried emotions resurface.

As Lucy lands a right hook on her soon-to-be ex-fiancée in front of their entire wedding party, she has a moment of realization... Love is not on the menu for her! Fate, however, has other plans... A chance twist of events lands Asher as the private chef for Lucy’s spirited grandmother, Mitzi, and what begins as awkward encounters in Mitzi’s Portland mansion soon evolves into a simmering connection she never expected.

As Asher and Lucy work through their past they discover a bond that feels both familiar and excitingly new.

Third Time Lucky by Aimee Brown is a charming and laugh-out-loud romance that effortlessly blends heartfelt emotion with witty, authentic characters. Brown’s talent for crafting beautifully flawed people shines through, especially with the “he falls first” trope, which she nails with genuine warmth and humor. Asher and Lucy’s story is both tender and hilarious, filled with moments that tug at the heart and crack you up. The narrative’s mix of past heartbreak and fresh beginnings, set against the backdrop of delicious food and a quirky family dynamic, makes for an irresistibly engaging read. If you love emotionally rich romance with plenty of laughs, this book is a must!

This is an interesting story.

Asher's brother drags him to Vegas for his 30th birthday and he runs into a former high school friend. Lucy's there to get married - until Asher stops the wedding. She knocks out the groom and leaves - moves into her grandma's house. And Mitzi, her grandma hires a new cook, who happens to be Asher. I really tried to enjoy this story - but Asher and Lucy's characters seemed really sophomoric and their conversations are redundant - she won't believe him, he's talking to his dead friend. It just didn't work for me.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a temporary, digital ARC in return for my review.

A delightfully swoony romance, with just the right amount of drama, genuine connections, and a slow burn love driven by fate.
I adored the authentic characters, gentlemanly behaviour, sweet gestures, and all the tender moments, especially cooking together.
Mitzi was downright hilarious, and Madi is the supportive best friend everyone needs. I liked the additional drama between Madi and Aaron, and how they have their own complex relationship going on.
Asher and Lucy are so sweet together, and it was a delightful journey seeing them bond, and going through the awkward moments, the fears, and the reminiscing. It was a healing journey following Lucy's heartbreak and humiliation, and Asher was exactly the boost she needed to find happiness again and let go of the past.
Asher is definitely the MMC you will root for, with his charm and drive to do the right thing, plus he's a tall, talented and tattooed chef.

I have never read a book by Aimee before and I was pleasantly surprised as to how much I really enjoyed it.

The story follows Lucy and Asher who meet each other in Las Vegas on the eve of her wedding, after not seeing each other in over 12 years following the death of Lucy’s boyfriend and Asher’s best friend which left them devastated in their own respective ways.

But then events soon take a turn, ending with up with Lucy moving into with her Grandmother and her life in utter turmoil. Her Grandmother then decides to hire an in house chef to help cook their meals and it turns out to be Asher.

Lucy and Asher begin to hang out with each other more and start rekindling their friendship and try to get over the traumas of their past.

It is through rekindling of this friendship that they then begin to realise that they want more from each other, but with their respective issues hanging over them will they be able to break down these barriers and make the next step for a better future…..together?

Fantastic read, easy to follow and flowed so well. Loved how Asher just wants to look out for Lucy and be there whatever the issue. The ending is just so sweet.

This story has no real angst or tension between the characters and there isn’t any spicy scenes - it is all closed door when mentioned.

I recently read Still The One by Aimee Brown and I was excited to receive the ARC for this as well, and wanted to love it but unfortunately I got 60% in and had to dnf.

The premise of the book is amazing but the execution fell flat for me unfortunately. I didn't really feel any connection or chemistry between the two main characters, nor a build up to... anything.

There are a lot of really good reviews on this book, it's not a bad book, it's just isn't for me unfortunately

I really enjoyed this book! I loved that Lucy and Asher got to reconnect and deal with emotions of their past. I loved all the characters in this book too, Mitzi is just the grandmother we all wish we could have as she is just fabulous. I also really liked Aaron and Madi. I loved that this book is so heartwarming.

I would highly recommend reading this book if you love a good heartwarming book.

I would like to thank Boldwood Books and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book early.

Asher and Lucy lost a best friend and boyfriend respectively when Kris died in an accident. A few years later they meet again in strange circumstances at her wedding.
This is a slow burn story, it doesn't grab you but equally I couldn't put it down as I wanted to find out what happened next. I liked both the main characters, which isn't always the case, however I couldn't feel the same about Asher's brother Aaron, who (literally) jumps from one girl to the next. There is a side story about him and Lucy's best friend Maid which definitely doesn't go smoothly but is an interesting contrast, plus the marvellous Mitzi, Lucy's grandmother. Not for you if you prefer fast paced stories, but great for those who enjoy slow burners .
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

We meet Lucy’, she’s getting married, and is on her hen night when she bumps into her friend, who she knew years ago.on the day of the wedding, she finds out her fiancé is a cheat, and the wedding no longer takes place.

After that incident, Lucy decides to live with Mitzi, her grandmother, so that she can get over what happened and decide what she wants to do next as well as take care of her eccentric grandma,

Her grandmother decides that hiring a private chef will help Lucy to learn how to cook, when the chef turns up, it’s Asher, the friend she met before her wedding drama. As time goes on, their feelings begin to change into more than being just friends, but neither of them is looking for a relationship.

Asher’s brother met Lucy’s best friend during the time of the wedding that never was, and they both begin to meet up which had some funny moments.

I loved the characters, especially Mitzi.

I recommend this book.