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Cuffing Season Kindle Edition

by Monica McCallan (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,377 ratings
Maeve Murphy doesn't have much to celebrate this holiday season. Ten years ago, she moved from Kingsford with no intention of returning. But home came calling, in the form of her mother's unexpected death. The least thing Maeve wants is to make friends—she's only back in Kingsford to help her father keep the family business, Murph's, afloat.

Bianca Rossi, whose father is the chef at Murph’s, moved to Kingsford four years ago from the hustle and bustle of New York City. She loves everything about the charming little river town, and her positive attitude and willingness to engage is usually reciprocated by the Kingsford locals.

Maeve’s been resistant to Bianca’s attempts to strike up a friendship so far, but a little holiday magic may be just the thing they need to push them both in the right direction.

Cuffing Season is a 65k full-length standalone romance novel set in the world of Back in Your Arms.
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Monica McCallan was an enthusiastic fan of romance novels before she began writing them. She currently lives in Philadelphia with her partner and two tiny dogs. She cannot parallel park to save her life, enjoys playing pool a few times a week, and has enjoyed every second of the craft beer explosion these last few years.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09N3Z6TYJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ self-published (December 5, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 5, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.7 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B09MYYWXMR
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    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,377 ratings

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Customers enjoy this holiday romance for its sweet love story and steamy moments, with one review noting it's a wonderful holiday read that matches the mood of the season. The book features interesting characters, with one review highlighting the relatable grumpy/sunshine personalities of the protagonists. Customers appreciate the witty dialogue, pacing, and low angst level, making it a quick and enjoyable read.

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30 customers mention "Romance"30 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this book, describing it as a sweet love story and great winter romance, with one customer noting it as a wonderful story of love repairing a wounded soul.

"...the story unfolded in a more believable amount of time, breaking the Christmas romance mold; it allowed for the relationship between the two main..." Read more

"...There was some cameos from the first book on this universe which is sweet and quite satisfying...." Read more

"...Opposites do attract in this delightful story. This book is really character driven...." Read more

"...Thankfully, this is a love story so she gets her girl finally in the end!" Read more

25 customers mention "Enjoyment"25 positive0 negative

Customers find the book very lovely and enjoyable, particularly appreciating the second half, with one customer noting it's a perfect holiday read.

"...For this story, I liked that it was seasonal and holiday themed, but didn't have that typical Christmas novel timeline of meet cute around..." Read more

"...cameos from the first book on this universe which is sweet and quite satisfying. Bianca and Maeve were great together, they had amazing chemistry." Read more

"...What an enjoyable book!" Read more

"...Her inner beauty carries this story. She’s steadfast, genuine, and loyal. Everyone in Kingsford is better off with Bianca in their lives...." Read more

20 customers mention "Character development"20 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding them interesting, with one customer noting the strong independent protagonists and another mentioning the relatable grumpy/sunshine personalities.

"...I did like the side characters, and felt the character development was well done all around...." Read more

"...Opposites do attract in this delightful story. This book is really character driven...." Read more

"...This book is all about the characters...." Read more

"...I am just overly pleased with this story. The characters are believable and work off each other perfectly...." Read more

13 customers mention "Writing style"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, noting its well-crafted prose and witty dialogue.

"...quite a bit, and getting to see Quinn and Sawyer again was fun, and well done in that it doesn't give away their story if you haven't read that book..." Read more

"...The secondary characters are great and the dialogue is wonderful...." Read more

"This lovely book written wonderfully by Monica McCallan, is so worth the read! I am just overly pleased with this story...." Read more

"...It was an enjoyable well written read with good character development showing the importance of family while giving contrast between the hustle and..." Read more

9 customers mention "Pacing"7 positive2 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, describing it as quick and steadfast.

"...Her inner beauty carries this story. She’s steadfast, genuine, and loyal. Everyone in Kingsford is better off with Bianca in their lives...." Read more

"Cuffing season is in full bloom! Maeve and Bianca are two amazing characters that couldn’t start out more different...." Read more

"...Monica McCallan did an amazing job keeping the stories of Cuffing Season and Back in Your Arms separate but also tagged in to one another...." Read more

"...It really brought out that cheesy smile. The first half was very slow and I almost gave up on it but in the end definitely worth it...." Read more

8 customers mention "Angstiness level"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the low angst level of the book, with one customer noting its light-hearted tone and another mentioning the well-placed humor.

"...The humor was well placed, I laughed out loud a few times, which is saying something because I'm usually a nod-and-smirk at funny parts type of..." Read more

"...This romance added a little joy to my holiday season." Read more

"This is a mostly light-hearted, not very angsty, holiday love story. Both mains are relatable with their grumpy/sunshine personalities...." Read more

"I really enjoyed the second half of this book. It really brought out that cheesy smile...." Read more

6 customers mention "Steamy content"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the steamy content of the book, finding it hot and nice, with one customer describing it as a warm comfort read for a rainy afternoon.

"...Dialogue, chemistry, just a little angst, soft fluffy fluff, and some leg squeezing hot scenes that may or may not have to do with cuffs...." Read more

"...Always a plus. Some nice steamy moments to add a goodly amount of heat. I recommend this book." Read more

"...A warm comfort read for a rainy afternoon." Read more

"...Love the build up to the romance, and the hot, steamy scenes! I like that there wasn’t too much drama around the relationship too...." Read more

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A wonderful story of love repairing a wounded soul. engaging story. Was hook from the first chapter . A definite must read. Monica creates characters that are real , and Emotionally deep. I cannot get enough of this author.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A really solid holiday novel that breaks the mold a bit
    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2021
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    The ending felt a little rushed and anticlimactic, but I'm not sure how I'd fix that as an editor. Overall I liked this book quite a bit, and getting to see Quinn and Sawyer again was fun, and well done in that it doesn't give away their story if you haven't read that book yet.
    For this story, I liked that it was seasonal and holiday themed, but didn't have that typical Christmas novel timeline of meet cute around Thanksgiving and 100% resolution by Christmas. I liked that the story unfolded in a more believable amount of time, breaking the Christmas romance mold; it allowed for the relationship between the two main characters to grow in a really sweet and meaningful way. Not much angst here, although we do touch on the subject of grief, but it doesn't quite qualify as a main theme imo.
    I did like the side characters, and felt the character development was well done all around.
    The humor was well placed, I laughed out loud a few times, which is saying something because I'm usually a nod-and-smirk at funny parts type of person.
    If your looking for a book to cozy up with some hot winter beverage to read, this is a decent pick.
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  • HCLMSL
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet and Cozy Holiday Read!!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2024
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    This was a super cute sapphic holiday read! There was some cameos from the first book on this universe which is sweet and quite satisfying. Bianca and Maeve were great together, they had amazing chemistry.
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  • Kathy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Such pining!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2022
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    After her mother passed away, Maeve returns home to help her father in his bar, Murph's, but has no intention of staying. However, Bianca, whose father is the chef there, loves everyone and everything about this town. Opposites do attract in this delightful story. This book is really character driven. Maeve is the curmudgeon who cannot express her feelings while Bianca is friendly and helpful to everyone. She even works at the vet's office with Kelly, the younger sister to Quinn, from book one Back in Your Arms. The secondary characters are great and the dialogue is wonderful. With undeniable chemistry, going from casual to long-term took a real leap of faith and a few pushes from their friends. What an enjoyable book!
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  • Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Heartwarming Romance
    Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2021
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    At the center of this inviting romance are two characters who captured my heart. Bianca is like Mary Poppins-practically perfect in every way. Her inner beauty carries this story. She’s steadfast, genuine, and loyal. Everyone in Kingsford is better off with Bianca in their lives. On the other hand, Maeve is a cute, yet grouchy curmudgeon. She’s far too young to be so weighed down by life’s disappointments. Like gaining the trust of a feral kitten, Bianca slowly shows Maeve what family, friendship, and community have to offer.
    I rarely read low-angst romances, but Cuffing Season caught my attention. This book is all about the characters. Bianca and Maeve could’ve been in the middle of a desert and I’d have been enchanted watching them take such cautious and tentative steps toward finding their happily-ever-after. This romance added a little joy to my holiday season.
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  • Robin Kenna
    5.0 out of 5 stars OMG this is great, sensitive and delightful!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2022
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    This lovely book written wonderfully by Monica McCallan, is so worth the read! I am just overly pleased with this story. The characters are believable and work off each other perfectly. The anxiety derived from loss, old issues in a small town and increased stress work against the leading ladies. Thankfully, this is a love story so she gets her girl finally in the end!
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  • MLTU
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cuffing Season
    Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2024
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    My first holiday read of the year, and I'm so glad it was this one!

    Bianca and Maeve are so cute together. At first, it seemed like they were stand-offish with each other, but as they started to spend time together, they really hit it off. Throw in some home-town comfort, holiday fun, and good family and friends to make this story a great winter romance ❤️
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  • Stellar Space
    5.0 out of 5 stars Making Room for Dreams...
    Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2023
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    This is not your usual Christmas story, but a delightful character driven journey of growth and discovery for our main characters, Bianca and Maeve. Erroneous assumptions and misguided understandings are unveiled allowing various relationships to move forward, and clearer decisions to be made.

    It was an enjoyable well written read with good character development showing the importance of family while giving contrast between the hustle and bustle of a big city and the community feel of a small town.

    Yet for Maeve the big dreams she was chasing in NYC are still important so opening her heart to Bianca for anything other than a Cuffing Season seems out of the question. However, maybe even a small town can make room for big dreams while allowing for love.
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  • Misty Barnes
    3.0 out of 5 stars choppy
    Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2022
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    Never really flowed well. I’m not sure I’ve read the word hips so much in my life. It was strung out waaaay too long and jumped about.
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  • Natyelle Soares Vidiz de Almeida
    5.0 out of 5 stars fofo até falar chega
    Reviewed in Brazil on November 29, 2023
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    Li o livro que foca na queen e sawyer e amei o jeito que a escritora constrói as personagens e o romance dela ❤️❤️❤️ li em um dia e logo fui atrás de mais quando vi que esse senpassava no mesmo universo não resisti e novamente li em um dia! Perfeito pra quem tá afim de um romance bobo (no bom sentido) sem muitos dramas 🩵
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  • Tony Dungate
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simply a masterclass in how romance should be written
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2021
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    After the success of 'back in your arms' you begin to think it doesn't get much better, but quite simply Monica McCallen achieved this with 'Cuffing season ' Not only do we get to learn more about Sawyer and Quinn but we meet 2 more characters from the same town that are so beautiful it hurts. With Maeve and Bianca you have a relationship that slowly blossoms into something more than just a love story as they traverse the emotional roller coaster of learning about each other. (wait till you get to Christmas Eve) Wow, do yourself a favour and buy this book and indulge yourself belive me, it will be worth it.
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  • RebeccaF
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nette Kleinstadtromanze ohne große Dramatik
    Reviewed in Germany on March 28, 2022
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    Das Thema an sich ist nicht neu. Junge Frau kehrt gezwungenermaßen in ihre Kleinstadt zurück und will so schnell wie möglich wieder verschwinden. Sie hat aber nicht mit den Einwohnern gerechnet und schon gar nicht mit der Liebe. Wie gesagt, Thema nicht besonders originell, aber total gut geschrieben. Außerdem wird die im Genre übliche Trennung / Versöhnung nach 60 - 70% der Story vermieden.
    Nette Liebesgeschichte ohne große Dramatik, gut erzählt.
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  • Amazon Kunde
    5.0 out of 5 stars Eine richtig schöne...
    Reviewed in Germany on January 2, 2022
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    ... und schnulzige Liebesgeschichte für entspannte und kuschelige Abende auf der Couch!! 😀 Bitte mehr davon. Ich mag den Stil der Stories, schön und ohne große Dramen.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars worth the read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 26, 2022
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    Definitely worth the read! I have enjoyed both books so far and I am looking for more. Was good to catch up on what was happening with Sawyer and Quinn!
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