Turn the Page: Romance Book Reviews & Spice Ratings
Your Go-To Blog for Romance Book Reviews, Tropes, and Spicy Reads
At Mom Needs a Chapter, I know how precious those reading moments are—whether it's five quiet minutes or a whole naptime window. Here you’ll find book reviews, curated book lists, themed cocktails to pair with your latest read, book club guides, and so much more. It’s your go-to space for romance recs, cozy content, and a little literary joy in the middle of real life. Scroll through and discover your next favorite chapter.
ARC Review: It Seemed Like a Good Idea by Lauren Blakely
A small-town lavender farm, a broody bodyguard with a soft center, and one very inconvenient bed set the stage for It Seemed Like a Good Idea by Lauren Blakely. This spicy romantic comedy delivers witty banter, strong small-town vibes, and plenty of heat, even if it didn’t fully click for me in every moment. Here’s my honest ARC review and who I think will love this one most.
About the Author
I’m a mom of two spirited girls and one oversized Saint Bernard. I have a degree in English from the University of Wisconsin. By day, I work in health care as a Health Literacy expert; by night, I’m off wandering swoony fictional worlds, chasing plot twists and happily-ever-afters. I’ve been in love with the romance genre for as long as I can remember—I've read thousands of love stories and even had my own meet-cute with my library director husband… in a bookstore, of course.
-Frances
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