Book Review: First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison

“When the whole world tells you you’re silly for wanting the things you want, you start to believe them. You start to think you’re not worth it. That if the things you’re waiting for do exist, they’re not for someone like you.”

B.K. Borison, First-Time Caller

Review:

I’ve been curious about B.K. Borison’s books, but First-Time Caller is the first I’ve picked up. Not being a spice reader, I admit to skipping those scenes, but the story surrounding those moments made for an enjoyable read. 

Though Aiden himself is down on love, he hosts a romance hotline. One night he receives a call from Maya who’s concerned about her mother, Lucie’s, lack of a love life. Lucie’s humiliation lands her a spot on the radio show. 

This book was so fun and sweet, Maya and Grayson were a scream! I most definitely want to check out the Lovelight Farms series now. I enjoyed both the characters and the writing thoroughly. 

Likes & Dislikes:

What I liked:

• So many great quotes.
• I loved that Maya was a tween who loved her mother rather than her being standoffish.
• Aiden’s character growth.
• Oliver, honestly. Can the second book be about him please?

What I didn’t like:

• I would have preferred this to be closed-door.
• It went a bit longer than it seemed like it needed to.

Afterthoughts:

I buddy read this with my friend Skylar! While I did enjoy it, I have to say that it’s a difficult book to discuss. Aside from reactions to the characters, the plot was on a steady path — which I’m okay with.

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