Some of the dialog turns cliché toward the end and there are aspects that seem rushed while others. And, of course, Charlotte’s need to discover the history behind the swoon worthy blue note helps drive the story.Īs far as side characters go, I loved Iris so much that I wanted her to adopt me! Her huge heart and sly scheming won me over from the start.

They have wonderful chemistry, and their inability to lie to each other is incredibly refreshing. While there is clever bickering and plenty of humor, there are also some more serious issues tackled. I thoroughly enjoyed the fun challenges Charlotte and Reed tackle together. As she sets out on a journey of self-discovery, it’s wonderful to see Reed’s hard edges begin to soften as he gets swept up in Charlotte’s infectious sea of enthusiasm.ĭespite the title, Hate Notes is a really sweet slow burn romance, so don’t expect a bunch of hate sex dominating the plot. Whereas Reed comes across as intimidating, rude, and unfeeling, Charlotte is wildly appealing with her bubbly personality and relentless optimism. Hate Notes is an office-based enemies turned lovers story that delivers an entertaining mix of whimsy, feuding, and romance, with a whiff of mystery.Ĭharlotte and Reed get off on the wrong foot, which makes her an easy target for his snobby disdain. It’s getting hotter, sweeter, and more surprising than anything I could have imagined.īut I have no idea how this one is going to end. A love letter that did not result in a happily ever after.īut that story is nothing compared to the one unfolding between us. But that’s not going to stop me from discovering the story behind his last love letter. Thanks to a twist of fate, he’s my new boss. Because I’ve since found out something else about Mr. If only my true-love fantasies had stopped there. I also discovered he’s the most gorgeous. The name embossed on the blue stationery: Reed Eastwood, obviously the most romantic man who ever lived.

Stitched into the lining of a fabulously feathered design was the loveliest message I’d ever read: Thank you for making all of my dreams come true. That’s when I found another bride’s “something old.” I’d gone to sell my own unworn bridal gown at a vintage clothing store.

It all started with a mysterious blue note sewn into a wedding dress. Published by Montlake Romance on November 6, 2018įrom New York Times bestselling authors Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward comes an unexpected love story of secondhand hearts and second chances…

Hate Notes by Vi Keeland