Book: Frost and Found by Ava Hill
Reviewed by Maggie Hayes
Rating: 4.5/5
📚✨ ARC REVIEW ✨📚
Frost and Found by Ava Hill
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 (4.5/5 stars)
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Scarlett and her family are in Silverpine, getting everything ready for her sister Sierra’s upcoming wedding—only for Scarlett to discover that her ex, Connor, owns the venue. Two years ago, he ended things with a letter she refused to read (but, of course, still kept).
Connor never thought he’d see Scarlett again. He’s regretted leaving her every single day, but family duty dragged him back to the hometown he tried to outrun. Now that she’s suddenly standing in front of him again, he’s determined to fight for a second chance… even if it takes a Christmas miracle.
I inhaled this book. Second-chance novellas always hit for me, and Frost and Found was no exception. At 171 pages, it gives Connor plenty of space to grovel—and actually deserve Scarlett’s forgiveness.
Scarlett is my favorite kind of FMC: not big on people or emotions, but soft for the select few who matter. I loved how firmly she stood her ground with Connor and the small-town busybodies trying to sabotage Sierra’s wedding simply because she was involved (truly… poor Sierra). Anyone trying to go toe-to-toe with this lavender-haired queen is fighting a losing battle.
And Connor? Oof. I hated that his sense of responsibility pulled him away from love, especially when his brothers didn't seem worthy of such a sacrifice. Aside from taking Scarlett’s agency during their breakup (a big mistake, but handled well in the story), he’s basically the ideal MMC: hardworking, intelligent, charming, and handsome. It’s very easy to see why Scarlett forgave him.
One major highlight: Scarlett’s family. They’re loving and present without ever being overbearing. Her dad driving alongside her during her morning run? Adorable. Peak protective-father energy.
If you’re craving a second-chance romance with small-town cowboy vibes and a sprinkle of holiday spice, add this to your TBR immediately.
Tropes: 🎄 Holiday novella | ⏳ Second chance | 🤠 Cowboy romance | 👀 Age gap | 🏡 Small town | 🏠 Forced proximity | 🙇♂️ Groveling
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